Shierely’s Replacement by Stephanie Thomson

My name is Stephanie Thomson, and I’ll be replacing Shierley for the next two weeks. Consider me a guest blogger.

So I guess I should start by telling everyone a little about myself and my goals etc. I am just about to turn 28 and like everyone that hits this age knows your metabolism just doesn’t pull its own weight anymore. I can honestly say that I’ve been blessed with great genes, but they definitely need help these days.

I was always an athletic kid, so I’m trying to get back into that mode as an adult. Let’s just say it’s not working that well. I played beer league softball all summer but the emphasis was more on the beer than the softball.

This fall I have already signed up for volleyball and…. Wait for it…. Dodgeball!! I realize neither of those sports give you endurance, but they’ll get me moving at least and out of the house, away from the TV (oh how I love TV).

 My long term goal for the year is to run a half marathon with my friend next year. Right now I can run about 5km without dying, but that’s about it. I’ve set the bar high and told everyone I know (and now many I don’t) so that I will be shamed into accomplishing it.

I wish I could say that I love working out and running, but the truth is I hate it. I always feel great after, but getting me into the gym is hard work, just ask my boyfriend!

 Anywho, I hope that everyone has a great week. Be like me and fight through the laziness and get out there and get active. I have a goal to go to the gym 4 times next week, so I’ll report back on my success (or failure) next Friday.