2011 RACE SCHEDULE

SUBJECT TO CHANGE....

Here is what I have so far for 2011 races.

2/6/11- Surf City Half Marathon 13.1 miles Huntington Beach Ca.

3/19/11- Pasadena Triathlon (Sprint) Run 3.1 miles, Bike 9.3 miles, Swim 150 meters

4/2/11- Cinderella Bike Ride (maybe) 65 miles. Pleasanton, Livermoore, ect. {With Sara!}

4/16/11- Big Rock Triathlon (Olympic) Swim 1500 meters, Bike 24.9 miles, Run 6.2 miles

5/15/11- Morgan Hill Sprint 1,207 Meter swim [3/4 mile], 16 mile bike, 5 mile run

6/11/11- Silicon Valley Sprint 500 yard swim, Bike 10 miles, Run 3.1 miles [Aiming for a PR]

7/4/11- Morgan Hill Freedom 5K [maybe, I already had 2 in mind for July].

7/24/11- Wharf to Wharf 10K

And the B I G ones....

7/30/11- Barb's Race half Ironman 70.3 Swim 1.2 miles, Bike 56 miles, Run 13.1 miles

8/20/11- Cinderella M A R A T H O N !!!! 26.2 miles. Oakland Ca.
Yes I just decided to make 2011 super crazy and to go all out by adding my first ever marathon.

We are praying about moving back to our home town. With Davey working far away it would be a blessing to have some family near me. So if we do, these races may change.

I am excited and hopeful for this year to be totally awesome. Even if I can't do all the races listed [let's face it, races cost $ and I have not ran this by the husband], I expect great things.

Love,
The Curvy Housewife

Motivation

The baby was due this week. The 15th. I keep going over in my head how excited I would be, packing my bags for the hospital, my mom coming to stay with the boys, Davey on call all the time in case I went into labor. And if it was anything like Cody's birth, I would be totally prepared for a FAST delivery. I would be cleaning and sorting and making room for our new little bundle of joy. I really didn't think this week was going to be this hard.

I have been depressed, down, and sad. Crying here and there, lonely because Davey is away for work, and un-motivated to do anything.

I have been drawing nigh to God, and His comfort is real. Friends that have gone through this comfort me as well. I am so thankful to God for my boys, and my husband, and my home, and family, and friends, and that I am a homemaker, and that I have lost weight, and my fitness level, and so much more.

I am really writing this post for me. Not for everyone to feel sorry for me, everyone has had hard times. I need to remind myself what I am doing in this time of my life. I need to remind myself my goals so I don't try to get pregnant because I am sad. But the truth is, I really want another baby.

I am motivated to lose the weight, so in summer, I can get pregnant and have confidence of a healthy pregnancy. Right now, my biggest motivation for losing weight is that. Because I want another baby. I am motivated to achieve the goals I have set for myself this year while I can before another baby comes.

I am determined to lose the weight, to compete in my goals of triathlons, foot races, ect. I want to be fully ready to get pregnant. Both times I got pregnant with the boys I was not at an ideal weight or health, and because I indulged in way to many donuts boxes of donuts, I became very huge, and unhealthy. I don't want to go back to that. I am so close to my goal I can feel it. [I like to tell myself that 50 pounds is close].

So all that to say to myself, stay on course. Lose the weight. Complete your goals. Grow closer to God in this time. Then baby time.

I was born to be a wife and mother. Ever since I was little I wanted a huge family. I had day dreams about a house so full we all slept nestled together. I always hoped my Mom was pregnant and going to surprise me. Seriously. The mind of a little girl! I was not an only child but my sister was 4 years older than me and had her own cool life.

Ask anyone. I've always adored babies! So when I met my best friend in junior high, Kayla, and her family had 7 kids. I always wanted to be there! One of many reasons I fell in love with my husband [who is Kayla's oldest brother]. :)

Davey and I can honestly say we want many children. We always said 8. After we had the boys people would say, "Still want 8 kids!??". Honestly... I still want a big family! I think 5 would be perfect, but I would be happy with 4-8 kids. Or how ever many the Lord allows us. :)

I had yesterday off of training. It was nice. We went to a friends for dinner and that was encouraging, and nice to get out of the house. Today: Yoga & Cycle {hopefully, if I can get a spot}.

You know what is so hard about Triathlon training?! You have... not 1, not 2, but 3 sports in which you have to master and train for! Very time consuming and tiring. I am pumped, and
M O T I V A T E D to get it done though. In a couple of months training will be very hard.

Well, I've got laundry to do, Ground Turkey Spaghetti sauce in the crock pot for dinner to attend to, and lunch to feed the boys.

Thanks for reading my depressing post ;)

Love, The Curvy Housewife

The Ugly Truth

Weigh in: Down -3.5 :) 191.1! Almost 180's. Can't wait.

Work out yesterday: 64 laps x 25 yards = 1600 yards = almost 1 mile. Took 49 mins.
1 mile run, ran up hill 7 incline for 1 min, got heart up to 177.

I thought it would be a good idea to take my new bike to a bike shop to see if it fits me. I am uncomfortable on it. My bum hurts the whole time, there is no option for you to put your hands on the upper handle bars because they are aerodynamic bars. Because of the position I am forced to ride in the whole time my lower back hurts. I was really dreading taking it in because I was very scared that our investment was not a good one. Plus I really love the bike, it's fast, beautiful, professional, specific for triathletes, ect.

The Ugly Truth, I find out it's actually 55 cm when the guy who sold it to me said it was 52. Our bad for not measuring it. He than told me I should actually be riding a 50cm. This bike is actually perfect for my husband. A 5'9" man that is athletic and flexible.
He than told me they don't make these bikes anymore, and that they are a European design, which is too long of a reach for a short woman like me.
Good news though, if I have to keep it, I can just switch the saddle, and possible buy new handle bars. But it's still not the ideal bike for me.

He said he wouldn't recommend doing a half Ironman [56 miles] on it.

He did go on to encourage me though and told me if I couldn't sell it that it was okay and it's not a tragedy. That I can do some things to it that will help, and to ride the crap out of it and get my moneys worth. And to be honest I kinda hope I get to keep it, but really I know it's much better for me to have a bike that properly fits to avoid injury.

To say I am bummed is an understatement. It's such an incredible bike, just not for me. Right now I have it listed on eBay [tear]. If I can sell it, I have to save a few hundred dollars to be able to get a proper bike [tear & sniffle]. I test rode a Specialized road bike women specific, in my size. It felt amazing. On my mountain bike I felt totally comfortable and I could ride for a long time. Same with this one I tested. It's one of the "cheapest" rode bikes that are good quality. $990. Sheesh.
I know you all would like to help with this, I take checks and cash.

Just kidding. But, seriously. No no I'm kidding. [But, really]..{just kidding again.} :)

Praying God will work it all out.

So if you are thinking about getting a road bike... DO NOT buy one with out being fitted on it buy a professional. Really.

Grieving her bike,
The Curvy Housewife

Beachy

Cody had a follow up appointment in Hollywood this morning and I used this as an excuse to go run by the beach. I scheduled my long run for today. I was really nervous about 9 miles. I knew I would have the boys, and they require a lot of entertainment to stay in a stroller for 2+ hours.

Mile 1.. I hated. I wanted to walk and just enjoy the pretty scenery.
Mile 2.. was fun, I was busy snapping shots of the boys and texting them to Davey and my Mom.
Mile 3..Shane lost a shoe and I had to run back to find it, thankfully a nice man on a bike knew and rode back and brought it to me.
Mile 4..Back at car, dropped off my jacket and Shane's shoes.
Mile 5..Felt great! Was strong and fast faster than normal.
Mile 6..Still feeling good. Shane kept pressing pause on Batman cartoon on my phone so I kept having to help him.
Mile 7...ish? I passed the Santa Monica Pier and ran through the bridge. Got emotional [will explain why in a minuet]. Feeling tired and ready to turn around.
Mile 8...Stopped at the pier (after turn around) took the boys to the water. I wanted to do this for a reason..I'll explain in a bit.
Mile 9..Done, and very tired..

I did walk some of this run, and I'm okay with that. I really wanted to enjoy myself. So if I want to slow down to watch some dolphins... then DANG IT, I will. [Telling myself it's okay to walk!].

Taking the boys to the water was very significant for me. I wanted them to be able to play, but also, about a year ago, we went to this beach as a family. I blogged about it, and you can read it here.

Last year, this beach, this walk way, I told Davey I wished I could run on this beach path. I watched as people ran by and they looked so free and peaceful and I longed for that. I can't believe nearly a year later I ran 9 miles on this same path! I got a little emotional. I am so thankful to God for all He helps me to do. Here are photos, last year and this year.
P.S I am about 30 pounds lighter this year. :)
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Those feet have taken me really far.

Out the Door.

Frosting that is. Yup. I threw a jar of frosting out my front door. Literally opened my front door and threw it outside onto my lawn.

I bought it for a cake I made New years eve, and I didn't use it. So it was in my cupboard until last night when I opened it and had two spoon fulls. Tracked it after in my WW book.

Than today after eating lunch I wanted something sweet to snack on while watching the Bachelor on Hulu during the boys nap. Yes I love the Bachelor/Bachelorette. [Something about watching 31 people fight on a show to find what I already have with my husband.. is fun. Yes they be gorgeous and fit, but they don't have a man.]

I really wanted Kettlecorn. Disappointed when I realized it was all gone. I need groceries.. badly. No, still haven't gone.

Opened the fridge, saw the frosting. Said 'NO'. Warmed up some strawberries which I intended to eat with Free Cool Whip, but then I discovered I was out of that too. So I gave in and warmed some frosting and ate it with the strawberries. Went to my WW journal and tracked it.

Mad at myself, and the frosting... I wanted it gone. But throwing it in the trash isn't enough...so I took the jar, opened my front door, and chucked it outside into my front yard where it landed on the lawn. I smiled. I felt powerful. I felt liberated. Wow.

Even though I was stuffed from lunch and the frosting and I didn't want it at that moment.. I knew soon it would tempt me again. [and I hate wasting food, so I am hoping a very hungry person walking by on a long journey will find it and eat it].

My neighbors probably think I am crazy, and my mailman just walked past it and wondered what is was doing there, and my husband may be confused when he gets home. But it doesn't matter...I choose frosting out the door instead of in my mouth. Whoot! You should try it.

Love,
The Curvy Housewife

2011 Goals

#1. Get to goal weight. [Goal right now is 140, but if I get to 150 or 145 and feel great, I will be at goal! I do NOT want to be an UN-curvy housewife, just want to shrink the curves a bit.]
#2. Finish a half marathon [2-6-11].
#3. An Olympic distance triathlon.
#4. At least 3 more Sprint triathlons.
#5. Finish a 70.3 half Ironman! [biggest & most scariest goal].
#6. Run an 11 minuet mile.
#7. Read my bible faithfully [really strive for everyday].
#8. PRAY more.
#9. Be a better wife and mother.
#10. Be more organized & keep up on housework.

I am sure I will have more goals as the year goes on. Goals are not set in stone. They give you something to strive for. My pastor recently said, "I'd rather make 10 goals and only complete 6 than make 0 and complete 0." Goals are not for guilt. This year I resolve to strive for these but not beat myself up if I don't finish them all.

Today I did 10 minuets of Yoga (got called out because Shane had an accident). Then I fought for a spot in Cycle, got one, and ended up riding next to the boys pediatrician, the one that does half Ironmans. He doesn't normal go to the gym but with the snowy freezing weather we've had he has been. We got to talking about running and he was there when I ran the 8 miles on the treadmill. He said it's not good for your legs to run more than 4-5 on a treadmill. He invited Davey and I to run in his group with him. I laughed in my head and pictured myself at least 2 miles behind all the speedy guys. He said I am doing it right. Working on distance first, then speed comes later. I never knew which to do. He said, "You get as many miles on your legs as possible. After about 1,000 miles are on your legs, than you can work on speed."
1,000 miles? Oh okay than. So in ten years. Ok, maybe 2 years. Actually I really don't know how long that would take and I am too tired to do math right now.

I chatted with Jackie in Body Sculpt, and she told me she is a marathoner [very cool, didn't know that]. She said she saw my post about my 8 miles and was surprised I could do that on a treadmill. That's 3 runners that have said that. Now I know treadmill and long miles=not so easy. And not so good on the legs.

Got new shoes! Yay. Pics tomorrow.... maybe. Hopefully. I am really tired... can't imagine doing anything but sleeping. zzzzzzzzzzz.
Oops. Fell asleep a little. I have a right to be tired okay.. today I: went to post office, bank, target, staples, sports chalet, post office again, gym for yoga, cycle, body sculpt, home, made spaghetti and salad. Yes all that with two toddlers. Can I please have some sort of reward? No? Okay fine.
A shout out to my most faithful & valued reader... Hi Grandma! :) Love you!

G'night all.

Love,
The Curvy Housewife

Bloggaversary

January 1st marked the one year since my first blog!! I looked back at some of my posts and felt so many things! 1. Man I sound cheesy and lame. 2. I have come so far physically! and 3. I have come so far mentally!
It's amazing to go back and read what you wrote, now knowing what would happen all through out the year. But seeing God's grace and blessing this year. W O W.
I was going to try to go to Morgan Hill today for a funeral of one of my dear friends Dad (huge trial at home church I talked about). Sadly I couldn't go do to finances. My prayers are with them today.
2011 so far:
1st: Successful at eating only fruits and veggies, wanted to eat anything and everything in site that was not a fruit or veggie [especially the left over fudge cake I made new years eve..what was I thinking?].. but I didn't. We went on a family bike ride on the aquaduct, very nice. We rode 10K. I got my new bike up to 18.6 MPH (thanks to the speedometer Davey put in my stocking I could see). That was pushing to my max. Love the speed of my new bike... But I gotta say.... I really miss the comfort of my pink bike! This bike is very rough on the lady parts and even though I wore my bike shorts, I was glad we were done after 6 miles! What am I gonna do? :(

2nd: Training schedule said to run 8 miles. Due to Church I would have had to get up and run at 5am outside in the cold dark. I was dreading this very much. Then a light bulb went off and decided to go to the gym and run on the treadmill. It was so nice to be in a warm area, where I could watch Friends clips on my iPhone. Downside- fighting boredom. There are only so many clips on You Tube of Friends. I didn't have enough nutrition the night before due to eating only fruits and veggies so I was really tired after mile 3. I fought with myself to keep going. At mile 4 I paused the treadmill to go potty. Came back and it erased my mileage. Really bummed bout that because I was going to take a photo of the treadmill reading 8 miles. Went potty again at mile 6. The last two miles I had to run slow to make it. My tummy started really hurting. 1 hour & 54 mins later I was done. I ran 8 miles people! Can't believe it.

3rd: I headed to the gym to do Yoga, and then I swam 1/2 mile.

I have been tracking and doing well and sneak peaks on the scale tell me it's working.

January 1st also marked the one year mark for going to the gym. I've always gone here and there since like 1998. (seriously, I've been a member to 24 hour fitness since I was 13.) But this year I was consistent.
My wonderful Mom gave me money for Christmas to get new running shoes. I've been wearing mine I have for a year and a half.. and not just wearing once in a while.. wearing them everyday. I need new ones. The boys and I are taking a little trip to Sports Chalet today for a new pair. Yay!
New post later tonight with my actual goals for 2011 written down, because my pastor always says, "What doesn't get planned doesn't get done." & "He who aims at nothing hits it every time."
Have a fabulous day!

Love,
The Curvy Housewife