Where have I been?

[Tree]

Hello,

I found Nerd Fitness less than an hour ago and know this is the place for me. I'm a 26 year old woman and I'm looking to do something new with my life. I've been a vegetarian for the last 10 years and in the last few months I've gained around 10lbs. The paleo diet would be an interesting shift. I want to do more with myself and I know that if I can get my energy up I can accelerate my life.

Last year I ran a 10k in 1:15. I definitely want to cut that time in half. I like running and being active. I think that's essential to who I really am. Aside from all the running and fitness I hope to do this year, I want to make more art. I may not be the best film maker but I put forth a great effort.

I work as a cook so my eating isn't always the issue so much as getting up and exercising. I'm great at eating right, not so great at exercising regularly. I tried CrossFit for the first time the other day and it was a great challenge, except I have no muscles! I want to get back into my regular yoga practice.

There's a lot I wasn't out of my life and lifestyle, but most important I want some help in transforming and to help someone else transform as well.

Ok, enough rambling!

Lets get fit.

[Shukar]

Welcome to Nerd Fitness Tree. That is an ambitious time goal but you can probably make it there if you keep at it, stupid genetics. On a happier note, it's great that you are getting more active with your art. Everyone comes with their own weaknesses, but together we can fill them all.

[Tree]

Thanks! The average time for women my age was about 40-45 minutes.

[NicoleCanoes]

You sound a lot like me. I barely ate any meat the last 7 years. Then I started upping my running milage and my body wasn't happy. After reading Paleo for Athletes, I am eating animal at least twice a day. I had the best run of the past 5 months yesterday; the diet change is good. I also need to get back into yoga. My calves are always tight but I used to be able to touch my heels to the ground in down dog. So there is hope. Welcome to the group.