madameblogalot

It is hard for me to not compare myself to others. I should be thinner, smarter, faster, more involved in school or church, etc. But there are times when I do stop myself and try to remember that based on my own experience, I can celebrate my own personal accomplishments.

Yesterday I ran my fastest three miles. It was raining so I stayed in the gym on the treadmill, which I really hate, so I decided to use it to my advantage (and to get it over with as quick as possible!) I ran two miles on a 7.0 speed then the last mile at a 6.5 speed. For me, this is good. I actually finished my three miles in 26:34, my personal best.

Today, I did “good” on my swimming laps. I decided I wanted to try to swim six straight laps freestyle. The first two I was able to use alternate breathing, then I went to one side only breathing every stroke. In this manner I was able to finish my six laps. The most I had done consecutively without a break before that was three! I did two more laps breast stroke, then did six more freestyle! Another personal best!