Thursday, April 3, 2014

You Can Unplug Your Ears Now

Karaoke 

Spring break.  It's the week most people spend partying at the beach.  What did I decide to do?  Sing karaoke.  Am I a singer?  No.  Did I take choir in school?  Nope. 


I did, however, get up in front of a few people (thank goodness the bar wasn't packed) and sing my best version of "Tearin' Up My Heart" and "Fast Cars and Freedom". 

Did I blow anyone away?  Ha!  Yeah right.  I think I was slightly better than the performance in My Best Friend's Wedding. At the very least I was wearing a more fashionable outfit.  Thank you Kelly and Nick for cheering me on!  I would not have been able to get up there without your encouragement and support. 


30-Day Exercise Streak

Speaking of embarrassing events, I also completed a 30-day exercise streak. Although this might not seem like an embarrassing experience, it was also my first time running on a treadmill.  I have never been a runner, so I have been reluctant to run on a treadmill because I was terrified that I would trip and fall right off of the machine.  

After spending 29 days walking on a treadmill, working out on an elliptical, going on hikes, and completing circuit training workouts, I finally decided to run on the treadmill. 

I felt like I was running like Phoebe from Friends.  I definitely did not look graceful.

 

I surprised myself by running for increments of five minutes.  Since running a 5K is on my list, I need to do this more often to get in shape.  I will definitely be on a first-name basis with the employees of Planet Fitness by the time that happens.


One unexpected skill I gained while working out was reading while walking on a treadmill.  I completed five books during my time at the gym.  Thank you Janet Evanovich for writing a series that contains 20 books.  I still have plenty books left to read during my workouts.


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