Happy New Year!
Yesterday, I put on my runner’s visor for a look back at what was a fun and truly surprising year in terms of races and PRs and discovering my inner runner. But today, I am looking ahead to 2013 – and all the amazing possibilities and experiences and challenges that await me.
So in keeping with my list theme this week (trust me, there are more to come), I present you with my Bucket List of some of the health and fitness-related goals I hope to accomplish this year!
1. Run a sub-25 5K (I came so close last year!)
2. Finish two half marathons
3. Drink more water (I am soooo bad at this)
4. Do a 90-second plank
5. Do 30 “big girl” push-ups without stopping (I’m almost halfway there)
6. Try CrossFit
7. Run a sub-52 10K
8. Get at least 7 hours of sleep most nights
9. Reduce my caffeine intake (2 cups/day)
10. Complete 10 races
Which races, you ask? Ahhh, you’ll have to come back later this week to check out the first draft of my 2013 racing schedule.
I plan to post a six-month check up in June to see where I am with meeting these goals. And while I’m proud to say that I’m already on my way with a few of them (I just registered for a CrossFit trial), I’m also willing to admit that I find some of these pretty daunting and downright scary, like reducing my caffeine intake and – oh yeah – running TWO half marathons.
But I recognize the importance of continuing to challenge – and believe in – myself. That’s how we discover our strengths, passions, abilities and learn what we are truly capable of. And at the risk of sounding sentimental, let me say this: I don’t think I could do this without you. Your words of support and encouragement (and knowing that I have to report back to you on my race performances) help keep me accountable, and propel and motivate me more than you know. So thank you!
And consider yourself warned: Be prepared for lots of 13.1 chatter (and maybe a little caffeine-withdrawal whining) in 2013!
Tell me: What’s on your fitness bucket list?
great bucket list! we have similar goals! i am hoping to get a new 5km and 10km PB this year as well and drink more water! #imagreatist
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Great list!! I am sure you can accomplish all of them….my goal is to get through this neck injury form the car accident and regain my muscle and strength
Thank you! And wishing you speedy recovery … neck injuries are so tough!
love LOVE your fitness bucket list! you go girl. my list is more about finally losing this weight – and then going from there
Thanks
I’m trying not to be overwhelmed/freaked out by it but I’m one of those people that once I put it out there then I feel like I HAVE to do it. Hope that’s true in this case! LOL
That’s a great list, I HATE drinking water (I have to force myself). I so want to try CrossFit, but my cardiologist won’t let me (yet!). Hopefully by the end of the year!
Me too, why is this such a hard thing? My water bottle usually sits here on my desk untouched all day. Ok, this is a good reminder to go drink some right now
you are inspiring!!! I want to try crossfit too, but I need to get in a little better shape first… don’t think I could ever try the less caffeine though. I’m a coffee fiend!
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Awww, thanks! I have my first CrossFit intro class tomorrow night. I’ll let you know how it goes. And I think I’m gonna have to ease in to caffeine reduction thing slowly. That’s not going so well today
What I love about this list is that you broke it all down. Specific fitness and health goals. I need to add a few to my list as well. I want to an obstacle course type race like Bolder Dash this year.
I wish I had an ounce of motivation to get fit! -sigh- I would love to do the color run! Maybe next year!
I’m hoping, hoping, hoping to get pregnant this year, so I’m not going to sign up for any races or rides, but I’m trying to lose some weight and just eat healthier in the meantime. Best of luck with your goals – I’m sure you’re going to rock them all!
Fingers crossed for you, Jane
You go girl! Those are pretty awesome goals! I’m just hoping to re-lose this baby weight (Is it still baby weight if you lost it, then gained it back? Can I still blame my daughter? lol)
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Ugh, losing baby weight is the hardest, isn’t it?? It took me nearly 3 years with my son. Wishing you good luck!!!
I would add #3,4,5,8 & 9 to my list too!
I want to eat & make healthier & clean foods for myself & my family! I also want to make a commitment to myself & my family to exercise more & make time for family exercise…walks, hikes & running around the yard!
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That’s great! It’s so easy to forget that walks and hikes with your family actually count as exercise
Now if only reducing my caffeine intake was as easy! LOL 
AWESOME LIST! I NEED to get 13.1 in this year. I ran my last half when I was only a few weeks pregnant (can we say EXHAUSTING?!), and I feel SO blah since Addie.
Biggest goal: to NOT be afraid to try classes. Group workouts always make me feel SO self-conscious. Any tips??
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You are my hero, running a half while pregnant! As far as group classes, going with a friend was key for me, at least when we were just starting and didn’t know anyone. Now I love the support and community of the other ladies in my classes