Motivation for Change

Right now I have very strong motivations to focus on my goal. I want to be able to walk, sit , stand, so basically any type of movement without any pain. I have always been very active. I grew up dancing ballet, jazz, modern and hip hop. I stopped dancing when I started college, but began working out at the gym and pilates. I love dancing, working out and challenging myself physically. Working out is also one of my major source of stress relief and I definitely want that back. I am always so focused on doing cardio but I think this will get me back to feeling strong and strengthen my back and core.

New Goal...Rehab Lower Back

After my tumble down the staircase last week, I knew it would be somewhat difficult to keep up with my plan of action. But I was really hoping I would be better in a few weeks and continue with my plan to train for the 10 - k. After a few sleepless nights and unbearable pain, I finally went to the doctors this Saturday. Thank goodness nothing was broken but running is definitely ruled out for a while (the doctor laughed at me when I asked if I could start running anytime soon!). It will take about 8-10 weeks for my back to recover, so I have decided to focus on that recovery for my intervention. I am really disappointed that I have to postpone the 10k since this is something that I've always wanted to do.....maybe next year!

New Goal and Plan of Action

My goal is to rehabilitate and strengthen my lower back. By then end of the semester, I would like to be able to exercise without pain. I want to start with 30 min sessions 3 times a week. I m sure how much I can handle right now, so I think that will be a good starting point.


Week 3-10:
During these weeks, I will focus on stretching exercises for my lower back and core. I will slowly incorporate light weights into my work out.

Week 11-16
My activities during these weeks will depend on my progress during week 3-10.


Here I go !!!

My Goal and Plan of Action

After several attempts to become a stronger runner, I always seem to stop after a mile ready to pass out. I like going to the gym and trying out different classes like yoga and pilates...so why not focus on running. My goal is to complete a 10k, which is about a little more 6 miles.

My plan of action is to run at least three times a week and use the Cool Running training program to help me plan out my schedule. Since I usually go to the gym in the mornings for about 1 hour, I will now use this time to run.