Fit July

It's July 2.

Halfway through the year already - and I can't believe how far this year has already gone!

Part of me feels like I have accomplished so much:

1. I completed my first full sprint triathlon (and ended up doing a second one).
2. I did a full triathlon season. 
3. I am managing to keep a relatively stable weight - around 61kg (would prefer 60kg because I like nice rounded numbers, but it seems my body has other ideas!). 
4. I have reached out to people who can help me - both in training terms and career-wise and am making goals in those directions. 

But, I also have so much more I want to do!

1. Run a half marathon. 
2. Learn about macros and nutrition for endurance training. 
3. Eat clean - and by eat I mean cook too!
4. Learn to swim properly. 
5. Reconnect with my faith. 
6. Discover my career - what I want to do and where. 

I think I am on track.  I have these goals and big ideas.  Now I need to start to break it down into sizable 'chunks' that I can aim towards and work for.  The theory makes sense but whether I can make it work for me (and by making it work I mean putting in place a plan I can stick to and be motivated to work towards) is something else entirely!

Let's start with Fit July. 

Let's break it into manageable chunks!

Goals for July - in line with the overarching goals above:

Half marathon

I will sign up for the City to Surf Half Marathon - by 10 July. 

I will register to raise funds for RSPCA - by 10 July. 

I will stick to the training plan developed for me - throughout July. 

I will participate in two 10km events - 7 July (WAMC Women's Classic) and 28 July (Fremantle Fun Run). 

Macros and nutrients and eat/clean cook

I have signed up for Kitchen Bootcamp with the lovely Tatum.  This lady is so inspiring - four kids, accomplished professional businesswoman and runs marathons on a regular basis!  Major girl crush right there!  And I am hoping over the next few weeks to learn how to eat more sustainably (in season), clean (make my own sauces and flavouring) and 'upskill' on nutrients, macros and portion sizes!

In other words - have my pasta and enjoy it!

Swim

I know I need to work on all aspects of triathlon, but I am mostly conscious that swimming is by far my weakest leg.  I can swim, just not particularly well, or for long periods of time.  I also struggle to swim in open water. 

So - I have researched and joined my local swim squad.  I have been to a total of two sessions though, since joining two weeks ago.  I didn't go at all last week, unfortunately, I let life get in the way - my warm bed, work, those few extra minutes sleep in.  

I am recommitting now - two sessions per week.  No matter how cold it is.  No matter how tired I am.  

I have bought myself new bathers as extra motivation.  And I have one of hubby's big warm jumpers to wear before and afterwards. 

Faith

This is a tough one.  I have been to the churches near me and to be honest I have not felt a huge connection.  

I am going to have to think about this and brainstorm some more on what exactly I am looking for and where I can best achieve that. 

Career

I am finally feeling some direction here in terms of where I want to be and how to get there.  I have been seeing a Career Counsellor and have put together my CV and started to apply for jobs. 

I have my first interview on Thursday - that in itself is quite exciting and I am looking forward to the opportunity.  Even if it is not what I am looking for, it will be good to get some focus and get out there!

So - now I just need to stay accountable.  To myself.

How am I going to do that?

With instagram.  With this blog.  With my family. 

Anyone else setting some mid-year goals?