- I worked out again this morning. Level 1 of the 30-day shred. I really want to try and actually keep it up for a full 30 days straight. Has anyone managed to do that yet? The only thing I’m worried about is that if I do it for 30 days straight, I will get sick of it and it’s been a pretty regular thing in my workout routine (2-5 times a week) for the past three months. So I don’t want to get sick of it. What do you think?
- I can’t believe how weak I am! About three weeks ago, life got in the way, and I basically abandoned all workouts other than running. Bye, bye arm strength. I struggled to do five real pushups this morning. Sad. I hope it comes back soon.
- I’m struggling with what to do workout wise this summer. I can’t really afford to join a gym or yoga studio. So I think I will just keep running outside, at least now I have a vehicle so I can go to new/less hilly parts of Kamloops to run, and doing yoga and workout video’s at home. Any recommendations for some good workout/yoga videos??
- Internship is amazing. It’s busy, it’s challenging, it’s exciting. I’ve learned and taken in so much information over the last two days that it’s been a bit overwhelming! I don’t get coffee or photocopy things (although I would if they asked me too) but they treat me as if I’m part of the team and give me actual work to do. In fact, they recently introduced me to a project that I can get as involved with as I want. I’m excited about it and plan on getting very involved with it.
- I’ve been doing tons of freelance work. Most of it for a newspaper up in Fort St. John. While it’s exciting and I’m making it work, it can be difficult to write a story about people and an event up in Fort St. John when you aren’t actually up there yourself. I’ve had to utilize family members to take photo’s for me.
- When I was at the Trade Show in Fort St. John the other weekend I entered every draw there was. Well, I won! I won two nights accommodation at Torwood Lodge. A beautiful resort in Northern B.C. However, the email said that I have to book before May 31 or the offer expires. I hope it meant I can still book something for June or July as long as I book it before the 31, because I’m at my internship until then and I really want to go! I’m still waiting to hear back.
- I’ve been looking into tons of races happening in B.C. and Alberta this summer. We’ll see. I’m sure I‘ll sign up for one or two though.
That is all for today. I will try to do a real post tomorrow! XO
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That's awesome that you actually won something!! That never happens for me!
And your internships sounds wonderful! It's great that they are giving you 'real' work. Sometimes when companies know you are only going to be around for a limited amount of time, they don't get you very involved so it's great that that isn't the case at your internship!
I need to check out this 30 Day shred video that everyone talks about… Does it require much 'jumping around'? I live in this condo & have really annoying/complainy neighbors… So I can't do anything that requires moving around much (like jumping jack) or I'll get a complaint from a neighbor.
It really, really sucks.
I haven’t done the shred 30 days in a row…but I usually like to let my muscles rest for a day in between them. Although if you feel up for it you should !
I think your workout plans sound good too! If you lived here I would totally lend you my workout DVDs (or make you copies 
. If none of your friends have any good ones to lend you, it might be a good idea to invest in 1 or 2 that are fun, different, and that you’d enjoy! Maybe kickboxing or dancing 
You’re so lucky you won something!! I always enter everything…and have yet to win ANYTHING LOL!
All in good time I’m sure…it probably means I’m due to win the lottery one day 
I am so super busy with work, pulling 12 hour days. I barely have time to even cook dinner, it’s been cereal for dinners lately.
so i haven’t even been able to work out. On top of that, it’s been rainy for 7 days in a row! so awful.
that being said, I did finally pick up the 30 day shred. I’m gonna do it tomorrow morning if it KILLS me!
your internship sounds amazing!
The most I’ve done 30 day shred for in a row is 7 days. I need to get back into it. Hell, I need to get back to working out in general. I went over the weekend and it was totally awesome. Unfortunately my social life is so insane right now that I just don’t have the energy to get to the darn gym. That HAS to change.
I’m glad the internship is going well. I knew you’d love it =)
CONGRATS ON THE HALF MARATHON!!! you are such a rockstar! i am so happy for you and you are so so so inspiring!
I am going to do the 30 day shred for the full 30 days. I keep trying but keep taking days off. I’m going to florida ina little over a month so i thought i’d be perfect for the occasion! I started last night with level 1. i’d love to do it with you so we can hav someone to talk to about it and help us along. what do you think??
That’s so great the job is going well! And you won something, I am very impressed.
As for the 30-day shred, it seems tough to make that commitment to every day, because you don’t want to feel guilty or not want to get back into it if you miss a day. You probably want to mix it up a bit also so you don’t get bored, but it sounds like a good program!
I haven’t done the shred for 30 days in a row yet…..as soon as things kind of settle at the new house and reno’s then I’m going to start it again….i was thinking this weekend I would set the big screen up in the basement (currently our bedroom) and do it in the morning or right after work….oh and we’re starting the running again….lol I CAN’T WAIT!!!
I don’t have specific work out dvds to recommend but i can recommend where you can get free ones!!
We go to the library here, the bigger ones will have more of a selection, where you can sign out a work out or yoga or pretty much anything for a week for free. We started doing this last fall and its awesome!! We have the YMCA just down the hill but we’re not signing up until the winter. We’re just going to get creative for the summer, which will allow us to get out and do a ton of things we’ve been wanting to do.
Your internship sounds great, just what you were looking for!!!
Katrina
I’d try to stick to the 30-day shred every day, but if you can’t, don’t worry about it. Just do it as often as you’re able. I’m hoping to get back into yoga once I move into my house next month.
Everyone keeps talking about this 30 day shred thing and how intense it is. Do you like it or is it just an alternative to your runs? Congrats on the internship! My job is getting on my nerves lately because my boss never ever says thank you or is even appreciative of the work we do so be thankful you have such great co-workers!
an award for you. love love love.
I’ve heard so much about the 30 days shred lately. I’m glad the internship is going well!
I only enter drawings like that and never win. So congrats to you for winning. I’m sure you just have to book your weekend by the end of May, not necessarily go by then.
And I’m really glad your internship is turning out so well!
glad to hear things are going good with the internship and the freelancing too, even if you do have to get family members to take photos for you!
and how lucky are you to win that two-night stay! I bet that was a nice surprise. I don’t think I have ever won a drawing but it is good to hear real people actually do win! ha. sometimes you wonder… anyhoo, sounds like I should try this 30-day shred you are always raving about so I can get my body into summer-ready shape. right now the thought of a bathing suit is just too much to bare, er, bear!
Hi Amber–Karina from Shape Up! here…can you tell me a little bit about this 30-day shred thing? I would like to be in the know…Thanks!
Beware the Torwood Lodge. I won the same thing last year and they made me pay ~ $700 up front (charged it to my credit card even). Then they will reimburse you after you actually spend your time there. Anything you eat or drink or any of the spa service or tours, you have to pay for and they are very expensive. I cancelled b/c I wasn’t planning on staying until Sept, and couldn’t justify paying $700 in May and not getting reimbursed until Sept. I would phone them and get the details before you book anything.
On a positive note, I’ve heard it is really nice there.
I’m so excited for you and your new internship. I’d love to hear more about it. I’m so sorry I never got back to your e-mail from before, but if you ever want to talk PR or need advice, just let me know!
I`m doing the 30 day shred with Ashley too! Just did the first workout today, Im excited to see how it goes for you