I know we're not there yet, I know the toughest workouts lie ahead, I know that afterward there will be lots of challenges to meet. But for right now, I'm high on the idea that there are only three more serious workouts to go, and then I can rest a little.
It's funny, because as usual Stu and I are on the exact opposite page. He's having deep thoughts about the future and seeking out extra ab challenge (and crushing it, yo). I'm working hard, but with my head down, counting the days. He did remind me of something important, which is to focus on the activity that inspired me to start this. It's been several weeks since I've hiked. Last weekend's plans were canceled because of a typhoon in the area that ended up swerving off. The weather was perfect on Saturday, and yet I mostly stayed in and slept. So here's a plan for the future.
First, I am the captain of a team of eight signed up for this charity walk on November 13. It starts at 10:30pm, and ends whenever we finish the 20k. One of our team members fondly imagines that it'll take long enough to have celebratory dim sum in the morning, but I think we'll finish around 3am, even with a slow pace, and head home for some sleep.
The week after, the real challenge starts. As you may know, Hong Kong has four long-distance trails that are pretty well-maintained, and divided into manageable sections. I've hiked the entire Lantau Trail, and parts of the Hong Kong Trail. In mid-November, I'm going to start doing one piece or more of the 100k MacLehose Trail each weekend at least until my family arrives for Christmas. It will encompass gorgeous views of the ocean, vistas down into the beating heart of urban Kowloon, the famous monkey trail (where you shouldn't carry a grocery bag--they recognize the logos and steal those), the highest point in not-terribly-high HK, and lots and lots of stairs. I'm looking forward to attacking them with these leg muscles and this conditioning. Jasper, Bill, if you're free on Saturdays, join us!
Kim, I think it's a SUPERB idea to have a fun, enjoyable fitness goal in mind for post-PCP. Hiking that trail sounds like a fantastic adventure! Plus, I think you'll love being able to engage your whole PCP-ified self in a new challenge.
ReplyDeleteAlmost there!! Can't believe you guys are only DAYS AWAY! Keep up the awesome work, Kim.
Having such awesome activities to look forward to is a great motivator. I already signed up for a Warrior Dash in June of 2011. I gots to be CRAZY - but I had such a high from doing it the first time, I know I'll do it again. Sadly, I'm not going to be Cookie Monster for Halloween. But I will be the lead character from the anime Sailor Moon and playing volleyball nonetheless!!
ReplyDeleteLOVE IT! I totally admire your gumption to do that kind of hiking, esp when it has scary numbers like 100k in the name. Funny, but it was a hike that started me on pcp too. I didn't like how heavy i felt trying to heave myself up and down the trails.
ReplyDeleteKim, those sound like phenomenal goals that will help you carry forward your new PCP strength and lifestyle!
ReplyDeleteWowzers. Day 87! Almost done now. Isnt hiking one of the better things to do on the weekends in Hong Kong. Will definitely take you up on that one at some stage!
ReplyDeleteNo, I'm officially worn out after these supersets. I've finally hit the point where I'm going to be extremely happy for a break.
ReplyDeleteThat hike sound awesome though. I checked out the link and that's going to be sweet. Way to take advantage of the land. I don't really get why the charity walk starts at 10:30 though, that's crazy talk.