Hey! I have missed you guys! It’s been another short hiatus here at Run With No Regrets, but as always, it’s for good reason!
PE Exam Almost Here!
I mentioned in my Fall Plans post that I’m preparing for my Professional Engineering exam. And let me tell you, that takes up a TON of time. I am constantly reading over concepts, working on practice problems and exams, and organizing my notes. It’s an open book exam, so you’re allowed to bring everything but the kitchen sink! It’s coming up on October 24, so I’m getting to crunch time! My emotions right now are all over the place: from intense stress (with the headache to match), to motivation, to complete hopelessness…there’s never enough time to do everything I need to do!
BUT, I’m doing my best to stay strong and keep a positive attitude. This exam means a lot to me and no matter what happens, I don’t want to say I went into it unprepared. So for that reason, I won’t be blogging much until that monkey is off my back!
Just a handful of all my study materials!Workout Progress
In my last post I talked about the types of workouts I want to do since I’m done half marathon training. Well, it hasn’t been going exactly to plan. I’m still doing lunchtime cardio kickboxing 1-2 times a week, but my running on the weekends has been nonexistent. I am doing more yoga though (and still hurting from Saturday!), and I’m looking to squeeze in a run or 2 during the week at lunch. I can really tell that I’m losing my overall strength and flexibility, yuck!
Getting ready for yogaMy First Guest Post!
I am so excited to share that I have written my very first guest post! One of the things that I love about blogging is the opportunity to connect with other bloggers who are so kind and helpful. I have been blog friends with Amanda from Eat Hard Work Hard for awhile now, and I jumped at the opportunity to write for her while she’s away.
Please check out my post on Why You Need a Dietitian over at her blog! When my time frees up, I will be working on writing more posts along this vein; providing healthy tips based on my experiences!
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City Fit Girls Ambassadorship
For the past few months I’ve been a City Fit Girls Ambassador and it’s been an AMAZING experience. I’ve met some very cool young ladies who are passionate about health and fitness, and it’s been such an encouraging experience as we motivate and encourage each other on Instagram and at events. The FitRetreat in August was a blast, and now we’ve even got our own apparel!
Well now I’m pleased to announce that the Ambassador Program is open again! While originally based in Philly, City Fit Girls is nationwide! Check out the website and apply! Any questions, just ask!
I feel like I’m part of a movement! Once my schedule opens up, I look forward to joining in on the CFG weekly group runs. I never run with girls so I’m really excited about it!
Run the Bridge 10K
Finally I’m getting to the main event, the Run the Bridge 10K. I’ve just signed up for this race taking place on November 2, my 3rd attempt at running a 10K (I have had a bit of a 10K curse…don’t ask!) The race goes across the Benjamin Franklin Bridge, so it should be pretty intense! I’m trying to get a few friends to join me.
Since I’ve never run a 10K I don’t feel any pressure to finish within a certain time. I’m starting to go for short runs at lunch during the week; it was great to slap on my Nike+ watch again after so long! Hopefully I can do a decent job at the race! Any tips for running a successful 10K?
First real run post-half marathon!Well, I’m glad I was able to check in briefly. Hope everything is great in your world! Tell me what’s been going on!
Good luck on your exam! I LOVED your guest post at amanda’s!! I had no idea insurance could cover visits to the dietitian!
Thanks Lindsay!! It’s a really great benefit more people should know about!
Hi Janelle,
I just hopped by from #wowlinkup Workout Wednesdays! I love reading about your latest runs. You are such an inspiration. I am so happy to see that you are now a CityFitGirl Ambassador. Congratulations. I checked out the site for more information. Thanks for sharing. All the best, Deborah
Thanks so much Deborah 🙂
That sounds like a very tough exam for very smart people. Good luck! You are going to crush it 🙂
Aw…thanks! Fingers crossed that it all works out!
Hydrate, get enough sleep and ROCK the 10K. I read your guest post on hiring a dietician and the reasons why and it was very good. You will do fine w/ the 10K. #wowlinkup
Thanks Diatta! I’ve been itching to do a 10K so long, so I hope I enjoy it!
Sounds like you’re very busy! Good luck on your PE exam! Great job trying to fit in workouts and signing up for the 10k! If you follow a 10k training plan like Hal Higdon’s, that will help. #wowlinkup
Thanks Sherry! I should check out Hal and see what I can do these next couple of weeks 🙂
I LOVE your guest post. What a fun opportunity!! Also, super smart to see what your insurance offers in terms of a dietitian. I’m running the 10k as well, but my is integrated in with my half marathon training! Hope to see you there!!
Thanks Colleen!! I need to write some blog posts for CFG too. I know you’re gonna rock your 10K, we’ll definitely have to meet up afterwards!
Looks like you have been super busy! Good luck on your exam, hope you find more time to get your runs in, Congrats on your ambassadorship, and good luck on your 10k… yea your busy! #wowlinkup
Thanks Ed! I just can’t wait for everything to calm down!
I ran that race while I was still living in Philadelphia and it’s unlike any other 10k I’ve ever run because of the incline of the bridge. I drove across bridge a couple times a week and never though it had much of an incline until I had to run across…twice! So I would make sure you’ve done some hill training before the race!
Ooh hills, thanks for the tip Julie! I will need to mix some in somehow…
Goodluck in your exam. All that hard studying is sure to pay off. Goodluck in your 10k. I had no idea there was on over the bridge. I can’t do it bc I have a wedding to go to that weekend:( it sounds like a great race! -L
Thanks!! I hope to have a great time!
I know you’re gonna ace that exam. You’re amazing, love your blog
Aw thanks so much Sammyjoe!
Thanks again for the great guest post Janelle and good luck on your exam! I just ran my first 10K last month and it’s now my FAVORITE distance! Not too short but not too long, just make sure to pace yourself for the first 2 miles and then I bet you’ll be running negative splits the rest of the way 🙂 #wowlinkup
Thanks Amanda! I’m definitely feeling underprepared for this one, but the main thing is I want to have fun!
Good luck on your exam! My advice for any race is to try not to start off to fast. You can always speed up on the second half of the course if you still have more to give.
You will do great on your exam! It can be hard coming back after a break, but you will rock that 10k! I did the bridge run last year, and it was a lot of fun!
Amy
Eclectic Educating
Thanks Amy! I’m looking forward to it!
Wishing you the best of luck on your PE! My hubby had to take that and I told him I couldn’t imagine how hard an exam would have to be if they allow you to bring ALL those resources. Sure you’ll rock it, though 🙂 #wowlinkup