This is the part that makes it really important to Progress Monitor….which means [...]]]> Well, it’s 3 weeks into the new year and time to check the progress of your SMART Goal!  This is when you start to address  the “T” of the SMART goal ….yes…timebound- Hopefully, your goal is attainable….but, can you stick with the “timebound” piece?  

 This is the part that makes it really important to Progress Monitor….which means you assess your progress every 3-6 weeks….
Are you running faster? longer? are the runs getting easier?
Are you strategies working?

Ok…..my runs are going pretty well. I’m running about 25 miles a week-which isn’t too bad since I tend to run more on a treadmill this time of year. I’m trying to run outside a few times a week…but, the older I get…the more I dislike the cold!

Core….I needed something new-and found some great programs through Women’s Health online:  http://www.womenshealthmag.com/best-body-ever/   I also bought a 6lb medicine ball-that I LOVE to use!  Amazing how a $20 fitness ball can motivate a workout……

Racing? I’ve partially committed to a Super Bowl Sunday 5K run….I’d be fully committed if the race were closer-the drive-an hour away- makes the getting up part THAT much earlier AND harder.  Clearly, I hate getting up….

Food for Fuel…getting better-but, seriously, how hard does it have to be to detox after the Holidays????? I’ve upped my fiber…decreased my sugar and salt….and, ummmm…. stayed steady with the wine…ok. so-nobody’s perfect….
Hoping to find the “magic” eathing plan-I searched the internet…well-searched-might be a strong word…but, I did come across an article by Joy Bauer that helped me get started:

http://health.yahoo.com/experts/joybauernutrition/28419/7-day-ultimate-diet-cleanse/

 How are YOU doing? 

Simplyrun…..

Jen

I’ve been a runner for 5 years. Over the years, I’ve run many races, a few marathons, and [...]]]> It’s a new year…and IT starts, today. But, what is your IT? Working to improve the health and lives of those around you is a lofty goal….but, in so many cases-we all just need to start with ourselves.

I’ve been a runner for 5 years. Over the years, I’ve run many races, a few marathons, and coached several groups of students to reach their goals….but, every once in a while I seem to lose the IT….This always seems to happen when I don’t have a specific measurable and/or attainable goal in site.

This time of year I hear so many say….I want to lose weight. or I want to get in shape.The downside of “goals” like these….they aren’t specific, measurable…and, therefore, pretty much NOT attainable.

As an educator we set SMART Goals for our students…Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Results-Oriented, and Timebound. Then, we pick 3-5 specific strategies to meet those goals..why shouldn’t we use this same concept to meet our own personal goals?

By March of 2010, I will lose 10 pounds.
Strategies:
I will walk/run for a minimum of 30 minutes 5 days a week.
I will eliminate soda pop from my diet.
I will pack my lunch for work each day instead of going out for lunch.

This year my IT is to always have a personal SMART goal.
By May of 2010, I will run a half-marathon with a time of 1:50 or better.
Strategies:
Use a Running Journal to plan my runs each week.
Run 18-30 miles per week.
Work my core at least 4 days a week.
Eat the right foods to fuel my body.
Run a 5k and a 10K during my training.

So…what is your SMART Goal?

Jen

Organizing and implementing a School-Aged Running program is hard enough…keeping the momentum going can be even more challenging. 

SO….Here it is!  A place for Simplyrun Coaches and Parents to find information, resources support, and more! 

Each week, a new topic for discussion, journal ideas, PR ideas, and more will be posted.  Also, this [...]]]>  

Organizing and implementing a School-Aged Running program is hard enough…keeping the momentum going can be even more challenging. 

SO….Here it is!  A place for Simplyrun Coaches and Parents to find information, resources support, and more! 

Each week, a new topic for discussion, journal ideas, PR ideas, and more will be posted.  Also, this is a place for YOU to share your experiences, issues, suggestions, and ideas.

Thank you…and, as always….SimplyRun!

Jen Davis

jendavis@simplyrun.com