Eco-Chic Lifestyle Change Week 8: My SMART Goal

My SMART goal:  To get outside 3 times a week and engage in an activity for at least 30 minutes, such as biking, hiking, running, sledding, etc.

Successes and Challenges:  This week I faced a big weather challenge.  It has been really rainy for the past couple days and getting chilly out quick.  I got outside on Saturday and ran with my boyfriend for a half hour, but other than that I did not get outside.  Although, I decided to use the UMD gym and that was a great workout.  I ran on the treadmill and went on the eliptical and ended up being there for over an hour.  I also had a very busy weekend and week with a heavy load of homework, so that could be another reason why I didn't reach my goal this week.

Feelings Experienced:  As I have said over and over, whenever I exercise I always feel very refreshed!  I also enjoyed exercising indoors, which usually I do not do, but was a good change of things.  I was feeling pretty overwhelmed this week with homework, so getting outside wasn't number one on my priority list, even though it is an important factor of my week.

What did I learn:  I learned that some weeks are going to be busier than others, so you have to prioritize.  I also realized that I should have sat down with my planner and scheduled times and specific days of when I was going to exercise, since I was having a very busy week.  I also found out I do not like running in the rain!!!  I heard from a friend that she enjoys it much, but not me.

Plans for next week:  I figured that it is best for me to exercise indoors (unless it is nice out) until the snow comes.  I looked at the weather for the upcoming week and it looks like all rain!!  Boo.  Also, I think I may have some motivation problems on Thanksgiving Day, so I realize I most likely won't have the guts to get my butt off the couch and outside.  Since I am spending the next five days back home, I am planning to hit up the gym with my sister, since she usually goes a couple times a week.

Happy Thanksgiving break everyone!!