Two a day

This morning, I worked out with the roosters. Erica got me going because really, when my alarm went off at 5:30, I remember thinking, what the hell am I doing awake this freaking early?!!! Then I remembered, oh yeah, Erica's going to kick my ass if I'm not at the 6 a.m. class today. That got me moving. :) Once I got to the gym, I didn't feel too bad. It's the initial, do I really want to get up yet? mentality that can make early morning workouts tough. When I was in college, I would meet my best friend at the local fairgrounds to run almost everyday at 5:30 or 6 a.m. We'd meet so early because it was the coolest (not that Ohio truly gets that hot, haha), plus I worked from noon until 10 p.m. If I didn't have my friend waiting for me at the grounds, I would have easily ignored my alarm and resumed sleeping. It really helps to have someone to motivate you and help you stay on track.

Today's WOD was 10 rounds of AMRAP of burpees for 20 seconds and mountain climbers for 20 seconds, with 20 seconds of rest between each set. I started out a bit too strong for the long haul, but I remained consistent after the initial hump, averaging at 6 burpees and 10 mountain climbers. This WOD was purely mental. It was tough sticking it out for ten rounds!! But then I returned in the evening and did the same WOD with pushups and flutter-kicks. I averaged 10 pushups and 20-something flutter-kicks. It was a well-rounded workout day. Didn't have time for my usual CD of 3 rounds 15 GHD situps/back extensions since I had to go to work, but I will try to get them in tomorrow. I have a feeling tomorrow will involve lifting, meaning the workout will take longer and I won't be done at 7. It's okay, though--tomorrow's my last day of work until July, and I'm going to Ohio in the evening. I'm a bit worried about my kittens and how well they will handle being away from home/me for four days. They should be fine, but they have been very needy since Kason left for Basic. Can't do much about that, though! I'm sure they won't let me out of their sight when I return. It's nice to feel loved. :)

Had my LASIK consultation today, and it went beautifully. The technicians and coordinators are all so professional, friendly, and knowledgeable at Cornea Associates of Texas. Dr. Beebe was just the same, although he's very matter-of-fact, but I like that in a doctor. My old family doctor liked to shoot the breeze a bit too much for my taste, and then it seemed like he never truly and thorougly checked us out. It was exhilirating to schedule my surgery!!! Shelly was fantastic, encouraging, and definitely supportive. She is a wonderful asset to the practice. She told me she'd had LASIK when they still used knives but hasn't had a problem. That would freak me out too much!! I'm so glad I waited and that the technology is so advanced and precise. I'm looking forward to July 14. Will be thinking of Sandy tomorrow at 2 when she gets her LASIK done. Have a great time in NY!