running: the dawn

I am a woman that loves numbers almost as I love seeing the numbers improve.  That is probably the main reason why I’m putting myself through the Insanity program.  I’m not much into all the jumping and yelling in the dvd’s, but I have to admit that I am seeing and feeling improvements.  At least I’m seeing improvements in my ability to jump and slap my knees…I’m not sure when or if I’ll see a mark improvement in my running.  I feel like this program is an investment in my fitness, but I don’t feel like its going to better my long distance running.  It focuses on short bursts of power and intensity which is helpful in playing sports or running track.  Maybe I’ll see my speedwork improve after this…but I won’t be doing much of that for at least another month.

Anyway, on to the numbers.

As you can see…improvement in all areas!  I think the one that was the biggest shocker to me was the switch kicks.  Its the first move in the “Fit Test” and I didn’t look at my previous number until after I finished.  Seriously? More than double?  I’ll take it!  I’m starting to get numbers much closer to the individuals on the dvd.  And because of my selective-competitiveness, I am hope to be able to kick their butts by the end of the 2 months .