Sluggish. That's the word of the day. I got up to run - it's done. I was just slow and sluggish the entire way. Yesterday I had anxiety the entire day. It's like a big weight pushing me down. My head is foggy. I feel dizzy. It just lingers. It seems like this time of the year this happens. Not every year. Lucky me.

Jeff Galloway has three words that he uses as trigger words when he's running. I can't remember what they are right now and I don't want to go look. I've been thinking about what words would help me. Rhythm - when I'm struggling I just think rhythm - get some rhythm. At the end of my runs I usually think of the word strong. Finish strong. Today I found my third word. Pride. I'm proud of my accomplishments. I am proud of me.
Rhythm - Strong - Pride

Distance: 3.65 miles Time: 42:52 Pace 11'42" per mile Calories: 597

I ordered the dvd 30 Day Shred - Thanks to another Syl on the Live, Smile Run blog for the idea. She's holding a challenge for The Shred - I was a little late finding her blog to participate in her challenge so I'm just going to have a little challenge with me, myself and I. I should get The Shred today - I'm excited to start doing it - wondering how it will impact my running - I'm excited to see how my body responds.

Last night I received some great compliments on my progress. When I was around the 20 pound loss mark I yearned for some acknowledgement. I'm not sure why. Now I'm getting that and it does feel good. It keeps me going but it's not the be all end all. I will keep going regardless of anyone else noticing. I'm doing this for me - no one else. Well - that's not true. I'm also doing this for my family - I want them to have an active mom. Time to get the day moving.