I'm in... are you?

One of my biggest worries in leaving Shawn's tutelage has been that my motivation will falter without the impending fear of another assessment looming over me (I'm realizing now we never did the last assessment he wanted to do... either he forgot or took pity on me and "forgot").

So, to combat that, I'm joining Drazil's Go-Chica-Go Challenge! Could be a real challenge for me, since I start law school in the middle of this, bt it'll be good motivation to keep my butt moving even during orientation and all that (and I'm just remembering I forgot to put my registration for orientation in the mail again). Anyhow, you should all check it out. I am seriously competitive, and am training for the 10K (and planning a second already) so I'm very optimistic. Unless, of course, some marathoner signs up.

I forgot (I think) to mention that one of Shawn's parting gifts to me was a strong recommendation that I see a doctor about my left shoulder. It makes bad noises. It hurts sometimes. It makes really bad noises when I work out. I hate doctors. Oh my goodness, I hate doctors. I should really have a basic blood panel done too, since the last time I had one done, I was nearly 100 pounds heavier.

I have to say, I am intrigued by all these bloggers who get to try things for free and write reviews. I can review crap, I mean, stuff. So, you know... Garmin? Polar? I'd be happy to try out a heart rate monitor and let people know what I think. Adidas? Reebok? UnderArmour? Got some apparel you need an opinion on? Sony? You should know I have a tremendous capacity for killing MP3 players though (my Walkman MP3 is currently sounding death knells). I'm going to be an unemployed student soon, I figure I'd best start peddling now.

Going to post my affirmation and I Can later. Have gotten nothing accomplished at work. Go me.

My Wish List

Since my birthday is coming up (May 2 - I turn the big 2-7 and I'm trying not to have a meltdown), I thought it might be fun to post my wishlist of things I really, really want to get. Of course, I won't get any of these for my birthday because a) a lot of them are expensive, and those people who buy me gifts aren't buying me expensive gifts; b) most of my family doesn't really do the "birthday" thing; and c) no one I know in "real life" actually knows about this blog (lets me be a little more open with me feelings that way) and they wouldn't think to ask if I want fitness stuff for my birthday.

But, I can still write my wishlist down, right? My plan is that as I reach fitness goals, I'm going to reward myself with one thing from this list!

My List

1. Running/Hydration Belt: Ever since Shawn mentioned this during our 7k run, I have been coveting one. I've been researching and reading and comparing... and I want one so badly. This one, ideally, I think, though I'd be quite happy with this one as well. That one comes in a pink-lilacy colour, which makes me happy. Accomplished!! I have it! It's pink!

2. Heart Rate Monitor: I really don't know why I need one, and should likely ask someone (i.e. Shawn) why people have them before I race out and spend that kind of money (and I likely will), but they look awesome. I mean, it just sort of screams "I'm an athlete," doesn't it? And the type that's just a wristwatch with all the time features would, again, look very cool. Garmin also has one that is kind of lilac-pink coloured. I like pink. It's a happy colour.

3. Nike's Half-Zip Running Top: I know it's getting warmer here, but I love this long-sleeved top from Nike. Paired with a tank, it would just be so awesome for a cooler spring or fall run. And it comes in pink or purple. Or, the Sphere Dry Distance Running Shirt. Because that's a pretty shade of blue.

4. Nike's Base Layer Running Tank Top: Oh, and the guts to wear it in public without a cover would be nice too. I'll get there, I'm sure. But this looks like it would be awesome for summer days. The Livestrong Pacer Sleeveless Running Top would be awesome too.

5. Any pair of good quality fitness capris. Reebok makes any especially nice pair with their Pink Ribbon line, and I love my Reebok pants, so these might be my first reward.

6. Nike Shox. Starting at $120US a pair, I'm not getting them any time soon, but if the hype is to be believed, they're awesome. They also look amazing, and Nike will let you totally custom design them. Bonus points!

7. Anything UnderArmour. Right now, out of my price range for workout gear, but I would love to try one of their HeatGear tops for running.

I know I'm forgetting stuff, so I'm going to leave this here (maybe link to it on the side somewhere) and keep coming back and updating, or providing updates as to what I've managed to achieve. Because that would be fun.