Divatude

working out

Divatude — Tue, 29 Dec 2009 06:57:46 PST

I've been traveling and enjoying my holiday time with family & friends. I have not had the chance to write updates in regards to working out. I think when I get back on schedule I'll no longer do my 30 mile per week runs. I'm losing too much weight. We will see, I'll modify it later.

Peace & Love

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Week #4 114 miles! & my quest for clearer skin

Divatude — Fri, 04 Dec 2009 07:51:13 PST

Hey Divas!

There are many ways to encourage yourself to keep pushing along with your exercise routine, mine has been photos. I guess it's the incentive that only a camera or a mirror can capture. I don't really do that cheat day, I view them as teases. Instead I just have a constant diet --- with minimal restrictions. I love food. I eat well and grill or bake most of my meals. This week will make exactly 114 miles ran since I started in November-- where is my Apple Juice to celebrate?

I feel that keeping a journal is really motivating me! I mean if I leave a week without updates it's like ooo noo, I've failed my potential readers. I think it is funny actually. I remember telling a friend I must run my 6 miles--- I can't lie to my journal, Divatude.

I'll be practicing the same technique as I embark on my journey to clearer skin. I'll try to photograph comparison shots and my problem areas as well.

Peace , Joy, & all things Sparkly,

WWW.AMANDAEBOKOSIA.COM

December runs

Divatude — Wed, 02 Dec 2009 12:58:54 PST

The third week was indeed the toughest week for me when it came to running. It was Thanksgiving-- enough said. I ran about 2/5 days that week of my scheduled runs. It has been getting colder but I've been relentless and unyielding. I am determined to not give up! I am entering WEEK 4 , YAY. It has been great. I have ran 102 miles thus far, if you include today ! It's been a long journey and my body has been "through" it all.

My knee is sort of still tender :-/

I discuss some advice on my youtube channel, ebokosia.

Upcoming run from 10k to 20k

Divatude — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 14:08:26 PST

Hey guys,

On Monday I ran my 6 mi followed by Tuesday making thus far a total run this week of 12 miles. I have not been following the time of my runs this week--- because I want to go easy with my knee, since it's still healing. I am not running on Wednesday this week. Instead, tomorrow around 6am I will run a 20k, which is 12 miles straight. I need to get back into my discipline and focus tonight on stretching and taking care of my face. I have started to exfoliate daily due to an upcoming shoot.

Hopefully, tomorrow will not drain me out =) I want to wish you all a very happy Thanksgiving.

Much love,
AMANDAEBOKOSIA.COM

60 miles clocked in yesterday.

Divatude — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 14:39:37 PST

Hey guys!

I did not get a chance to write yesterday because I went out to dine at this amazing Indian restaurant and enjoy my friend's company to watch the movie, Precious. It was a great movie! On Friday I did get a chance to run and finish my second 30 mile week which totals 60 miles overall.

I have a lot more energy, and my legs are getting more defined. I've made a strong commitment to not run on the weekends and I'm sticking to it! Besides, my knee needs to heal.

During the weekend I usually just do a few cycles of lunges, stretches and abdominal crunches--- 5 sets of 100 to be exact.
I have a lot of work to do today so I am just cutting it brief.

Until next time,

AMANDAEBOKOSIA.COM

An accident while running TODAY: 11/19 marks 24th mile this week and 56 miles THUS FAR!

Divatude — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 16:29:54 PST

Yikes.

Those were my words when I ran my 6 mile run this morning. I was more than half way done when I tripped on garbage and landed chin first into the pavement and busted my knee! A guy and a lady came to my rescue and asked if I was okay-- sweet people:) After thanking them all I could say was what's the time? I was clocking myself.. With a bloody knee and all I continued on my run? I am gutsy eh?

I got up from the floor, it felt like a minute went by, and ran it off-- My knee was oozing with well, blood.

50min/6 miles & Day 1: of getting my smooth skin prepped for Photo Shoot time

Divatude — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 00:32:37 PST

Hey guys!

I am super excited because yesterday I ran 6 miles in 50 minutes. When I clocked it I was in disbelief-- I called my friend because he was there when I clocked in and he says I should have clocked 11:45am-12:25pm NOT clock in 11:35 so I guess It's really 40 min.. which is crazy. I will have to reconfirm this tomorrow. I will stick with 50 minutes because I find that a little more believable.

I really need to stretch myself out before my run tomorrow. I also need to monitor my diet by eating more and making sure I take in enough calcium.

My forehead is slightly bumpy-- I'll be exfoliating this entire week because I have a shoot coming up. My skin needs to be great so that means I'll be whipping out the honey and sugar concoction.

I think I am going to start making fitness videos-- speaking will be faster than typing :)

<3 you all!
P.s Today will make all time run of 48 miles since I started last week.

I plan on running later in the day today! I have some deadlines for articles due

Peace & Love

AMANDAEBOKOSIA.COM

1st 6 mile this week--felt like I was on cruise control

Divatude — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 14:51:58 PST

I love running in the fall because it's not too hot or too cold. I kept waking up this morning every half hour after 5am, it was hard getting up to run after my weekend of relaxation. I eventually got up around 7 am and had a bowl of cheerios and a glass of water. I did a few stretches to start because I am determined to NOT get cramping in my legs in the middle of a run. I think it is what you call, "Charlie Horses". Well, the pain from what I remember is excruciating I have experienced about two of these.

I ran a lot quicker this time, I clocked in 57min/6mi-- not too bad.

There are a couple of things I remember when I am run and that is to:

breathe through my nose and not my mouth
maintain excellent posture
have my arms move parallel to each other and limit any crossing across my mid-section

Lastly, give a fair amount of time between a meal and the actual run! Today, I didn't follow that rule and it resulted in some serious cramps. I ran through the pain. Tomorrow will be better!

I am also going to start a sugar exfoliation regime with my face. I am prepping it for a upcoming shoot and I need clear skin. I'll start that process tomorrow.

Until next time,

AMANDAEBOKOSIA.COM

My first 30 mile Week

Divatude — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 15:00:47 PST

Yesterday I completed my last set of 6 miles, this brought me to my first 30 mile week. I promised myself to not run on the weekends and just devote my two days of freedom to stretching and relaxation. Currently, I've done light AB workouts and leg stretches. My goal is to tone up my legs-- so I've invested in ankle weights to help with some resistance.

I'll try to post some videos and photos soon.

This post is a bit brief, my apologies--

- AMANDAEBOKOSIA.COM

Today will make 24 miles clocked IN

Divatude — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 05:59:38 PST

Yesterday morning I ran another 6 miles in 58 minutes. Although, it is the same time from yesterday-- for whatever reason I feel that I ran a lot better. I was more focused. I also ran nonstop! I never would have dreamed that I, a retired sprinter, would be doing long distance runs. It makes me wonder if I should have tried to do it in high school. Well, there is no time for regrets. I run for pleasure and that's it.

I've been trying to load up on fluids and carbohydrates. I limit my junk food intake now-- I view my body as a machine for all things good. I fuel it up with the essential carbohydrates/proteins/& fats. I am also becoming a better cook!

What did I have last night for dinner?

The above photo shows I had made beef Rigatoni with tomato sauce, tossed garden salad --sprinkled with Gorgonzola cheese--YUM, grilled honey glazed BBQ chicken tenders, with golf ball grapes on the side.

I had this with a glass of... you guessed it apple juice.

Prior to that, for breakfast I had a bowl of cheerios-- something light before a run is best. I also leave time from when I eat until I actually run to stretch or break. Running immediately after eating can cause cramping while you run. It is also not best to run on an empty stomach either because your body needs fuel & energy. Carbs are the number one source of energy. You can see why I am not a fan of all those crazy diets that deem it out to be something "evil".

Forget the {insert name here} weight loss diets.

Just eat right and work out.. It really should be about becoming fit and toned by exercising than trying to lose anything by just sitting down. If there are such ways to lose the pounds by doing nothing-- it is an unhealthy way.

Period.

Today marks another 6 miles. In this week alone : 24 miles have been clocked in.

I was viewing this website this morning :Running in the USA. It gives listings of all races that are happening throughout the nation. There is even a 5k race this Saturday--- I think I need more training even though I've been running a 10k daily.

I'm just doing this for fun and the rewards have been great.

Until next time,

AMANDAEBOKOSIA.COM