So the Senior Games, more specifically the Track and Field events took place this past weekend. That means, I am in the official countdown to next year's games. Ok, technically I was already counting the days but now I'm doing it more officially. :) I'm going to set my goals, include my schedule for this week and give my status update.
When I was a kid, I used to set 3 goals for a big race. The first goal was one I could achieve as long as I put the work in. The second goal was harder and required extra effort. And the third goal was really tough but still achievable as long as I give it my best.
My three goals are:
1. Compete in my age group in the 1500m run.
2. Place 1st in my age group in the 1500m run. (I just looked at the 2022, 2023, and 2025 results and only 2 women ran this event each year)
3. Beat the 2025 best time for women in the 1500m run (5:41.70 )
Ok, all of those goals will require me to get my butt in gear and be focused, however, I know that if I give it my all, then I can accomplish at the very least, the first and hopefully the second goal. The third goal is definitely going to be extremely difficult. It wouldn't be a challenge though, if it was easy.
My schedule for this week:
1. Strength training routine - 4 days/week (2 sets of 10 reps/exercise)
2. Walking - 4 to 5 miles per day
I might add an eating aspect to my schedule at some point but for now, I'll hold off on it.
My status update:
I walked for approximately 3 miles today. I need to make sure I increase to at least 4 miles starting tomorrow. With the Summer break starting soon and bringing the hotter temperatures, I may move my walking to mornings when it will hopefully be cooler.
