Meet Vanessa
Why did you join the GirlTrek Movement?
"...because I'm vain. ...because I have lost many loved ones, way too young, to obesity related illnesses. ...because when I am fit, I feel powerful, capable and appreciative of the blessings of life."
31, but 16 at heart!
Seattle, (206 Represent!)
The Mini-Apple! Minneapolis, MN
In 2008, Vanessa trained for and completed a 5K race in Minneapolis. It was her first race ever. You can see her in action on the left!
To finish the Chicago Half Marathon
I will know I am successful when I cross the finish line - crawling, walking, being dragged... as long as I cross. But I am also aiming for a personal goal of 8 minute miles, down from my current 10.5 minute miles.
Saturday, September 13, 2009
I started running (from scratch) in July 2008. I ran my first 5k in September. I am planning to gradually increase my events over the spring and up my weekly runs. I am currently running 4.5 miles 4 times a week.
My biggest hurdle will be the cold Minnesota weather. It's already becoming very hard to get the motivation to get outside (wind chill today was 16 degrees) and I don't like running inside on the treadmill. I'm also prone to pure laziness, but this is not a hurdle. It's an excuse. My weakness - it's holiday time! Banana Pudding!
18.5 to 24.9 healthy weight
35 inches or smaller, normal disease risk
61-80 beats per minute, average aerobic fitness
Generally balanced and stable
I'm doing it!, 3-4 times per week
I have quiet time every day
Average,There is fresh produce in my house
Sometimes
High energy
I like it
Mostly
I have enough meaningful relationships
Positive all of the time
I have fun often
*post-goal stats and pictures will be posted.
Age:
Hometown:
Current Location:
GirlTrek History:
Curent Ambitious Goal:
Measure of Success:
Deadline:
Training Strategy:
Challenges:
Health Stats 12/1/08:
Body Mass Index:
Waist Size:
Resting Heart Rate:
Emotional:
Physical:
Spiritual:
Diet:
Stress:
Energy:
Body Image:
Sleep:
Relationships:
Self Esteem:
Joy:
Vanessa's Health Story
People have been inspired by Vanessa's Health Story.
Check out the GirlTrek Role Model Blog!
