Today I began some basic strength training to go along with my running. This is a really important factor that can get missed when you’re so focused on doing cardio to train. Now I AM NOT AN EXPERT, but I have done mini training before and this strength training was a key factor in my success.

I did three rounds of the following (not accurately depicted in the video)

25 Jumping Jacks
10 Push-Ups
10 Body Squats
30 Second Planks
10 Bridges

That’s it, no fancy gym member ship needed. I hope to interview a trainer friend of mine a couple of times so that she can give her expertise, because she’s the bomb.

Until next time, keep those donations coming at jmacdoesvegas.com

Day 2 of training and man was it a hot one. I didn’t even want to run because it felt like Tijuana got transplanted to Indy. I waited until the night to get my run in but got it in.

HUGE thanks to those who donated on the first day today. We’re already closing in on 10% of my goal. So a huge thank you to the following: Scott Semester, Amber Davis, Brady & Jen McIntosh, Ashley Strohm and Kory Longfellow. Your making this easy.

So I will fly out of here on the wings of love. There will be more posts regarding what Team Challenge is, my story with Crohn’s and having an ostomy, as well as diet along the way. STAY TUNED!

Today I started my journey to Vegas on Nov. 16th. I’m super pumped and the first day was pretty exciting. I took my dogs Rocco & Bean with me just after they had eaten, big mistake. We had to make a few pit stops but they helped drag me through my leisurely two mile run.

My goal for this half marathon is to raise $4000 for the CCFA (Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of America) through their Team Challenge program.

If you’re able please help me by donating here.

Hey folks, this is where you’ll see my path to greatness for the Team Challenge Vegas Half Marathon benefiting CCFA.

To donate, please go to this page.

My goal is to raise $4000 to go to the CCFA. Let’s make this a reality, shall we.