I probably watch too much TV. It's not a shock to those of you who know me, but I did just want to clarify that I am aware that I have a problem. So much so that when choosing my future mate, I specifically found the one whose television habits most mirrored mine. Sure, he has other redeeming qualities as well...but the nuts and bolts of our relationship are really things like a mutual love of Community and Mad Men...jokes.
But this TV thing of mine isn't just an adult thing or even a collegiate thing. It's been a big part of my life for a long, long time. And I love it. I wouldn't have it any other way. And neither would those advertisers. I am Don Draper's dream. I watch TV and I even enjoy the commercials. In fact I do kind of miss the commercials when Nick and I utilize our DVR to its full potential. I always think of this clip from the Emmy's when I think about my DVRing through commercials:
Anyway...the one time I'm not fast forwarding through commercials is when I watch sports...so as a result, I see a lot of athletic commercials. And I love them. They are always so inspiring. I'm such a sucker for advertising. I mean really...how can you not watch this and want to go out and kick some butt?:
Now...I barely own anything made by Nike or Adidas, so it's not really working (Sorry, Don!) but I do get caught up in the message. Especially this one:
This commercial has stuck with me for five years. It was produced in 2006, and I still remember it. That's some spectacular advertising and a sure fire way to make you feel like a slacker. And that's my secret. When I wake up in the morning way too early for my liking ...and granted, this is not every day...but when I wake up and I want to click snooze, I think "What would Nike commercial Courtney do?" Ridiculous, right?
It's the only reason I went to the gym this morning, to be honest. I hurt. I mean everywhere. I was very dumb to do the leg weights yesterday. First of all, as a cycling enthusiast, I don't pay much weight attention to my legs. I am usually confident that they are strong and muscular and not in desperate need of toning. And for that...I've neglected those abductor and adductor machines at the gym. Not yesterday...and I am paying for it today. That and the running just worked muscles I hadn't felt like acknowledging. Live and learn. Today was arms and I can handle that...I'm used to starting and stopping those. Hopefully there will be less stop, now, though.
Take on Today's Training:
I went, begrudgingly, to the gym at 6:30 this morning. I walked (increasing speed from 4.0 to 4.6 MPH) for .25 miles and ran (5.5 - 5.7 MPH) for .50 miles without stopping. I was so disappointed in myself! But I didn't get to eat anything this morning and I was feeling it in my stomach. Plus my contacts were clouding up the whole time...super uncomfortable. Excuses, excuses I know. Well...in my disappointment, I didn't just stop running for the day. I walked/ran for a total of 1.60 miles. I would say that total, I probably ran for .80 miles.
After today, though, I did decide to download the "Run 5K" app from the App store. I think that it will help with some structured training. I do thrive on structure!
Distance Run Today: .80 miles
Continuous Distance: .5 miles
Mind: Bummed, but going to forgive itself
Body: Don't ask. Looking forward to a break tomorrow and a nice bike ride...ahh...comfort zones!
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