a day of rest…sort of…
I had intended to go to visit one of my sponsors, Runners High N Tri today. But I went down to Munster to see my Oma, who is in ICU and not doing great…it appears her kidneys and her heart are failing. I’m hopeful, but I don’t know. I’ll continue to pray and hope.
Yesterday was an easy workout day…I walked. It was nice to get out, but I thought about pushing it. Mostly because I started to think about everything and got overwhelmed. Big thanks to Coach Jen for calming me down. I need to focus and take each days as it comes. This is a huge lifestyle change.
With that, I feel as though I’m flying blind a little. I am thinking I need a nutritionist…I’ve had such horrible eating habits for so long, I think it would help. Just a diet change I think I could handle, but couple that with my weight loss goals and training for a marathon…well, yeah. I could use some help there. Any dietitians out there who want to help? Anyone know anyone? Suggestions or recommendations welcome!
I’m going to try and relax the rest of the evening away, kick my feet up and spend some time with my wife and daughters!
More tomorrow…
Dave Wallach @ Pace of Chicago
Hi Dan,
I have found your blog through Jen H., she is a friend of mine. Your story is inspiring – just wanted to say good luck in your journey for your first marathon! How exciting! I have done the Chicago marathon the last 3 years, it is awesome. Jen is wonderful, she will get you ready to rock!
Also, I am a certified personal trainer and met a wonderful registered dietician at a nutrition continuing education conference at Benedictine University. Her name is Jan Dowell and her website is: http://www.everyday-sports-nutrition-for-women.com/index.html. She is an instructor at Benedictine University, and is very qualified. I believe her website is geared towards women, but I’m sure if you sent her an email she would either be able to help you or guide you to find someone who can.
Good luck with your training! You can do it!… one day at a time.
Hi Dawn! Thanks stopping by and checking it out! I’m excited, this is going to be fun!
I will look Jan up and send her an email! Thanks!
Hopefully everything is okay with your Oma! It’s important to be sure to take plenty of time for your family while training…it’s all a delicate balance.
And I think a nutritionist would be really beneficial for you. Does Jen have any suggestions? I think there could be some benefits if whoever you decide to work with has communication with your coach so they can be on the same plan. You want to make sure you’re consuming enough calories (from good food) to fuel the machine to ensure optimal performance in training. But one of my favorite sayings is “garbage in = garbage out.”
I hope you’ve been enjoying this ridiculously awesome November weather we’ve been having!!
Thanks Barb! She seems to be doing a little better today, so there’s hope! And yes, it’s a crazy delicate balance!
Jen said she knows some, but thought I should throw it out here first to see if anyone replies. I’ve cut the junk and the fast food, and know basics, but I could use the help, for sure!
This weather is awesome! I slept in until 6 this morning to run in the light and enjoy it and I took the girls to the park this afternoon! Good times!
BTW, congratulations on being the Athlete of the Month! And good luck!!!!!
I love my nutritionist, Bridget Feeny. http://www.myfitability.com
She’s fantastic, and is also a personal trainer, so she has all that sports nutrition stuff down.
Good luck!
Thanks Lauren! I’ll check her out!