Apr 29 / Sean Willson

Kilt Toting Weekend Warriors

Another installment of the Weekend Warrior Challenge is upon us and this time it’s all about kilts and blue face paint. The theme this month is Braveheart one of my favorite Mel Gibson movies of all time. Who doesn’t love a movie that has hundreds of commando style skirt wearing men painted up like an NFL tailgate party wielding swords, maces, and battle axes?

Given my love for all things Braveheart I thought it fitting that I take this warrior challenge to the next level. What better way to do this than by using some character acting and really taking on the part of a modern day Braveheartian warrior donning kilt and weapon(s)? I mean I can’t really set my goals without truly being in character now can I?

What do you think? I think it captures the whole modern day warrior don’t you? Rather than don blue face paint I went with a stylish blue polo and my weapons of choice are a nice 30 lb dumbbell and an iPad showing Braveheart.

Only my wife will know if I went all the way with the commando kilt thing. I figured I’d save my readers (all two of you) from losing your lunch … though maybe I’ve already put that mental image into your head and your already feeling the pain. Sorry about that.

Ok, now on with the goal setting! These goals have to be a bit harder than usual, otherwise I’m just wearing this blanket kilt for show and I can’t let that scuttlebutt spread now can I.

Bike 30 miles or 110 minutes — That’s essentially a ride to the arboretum, around 4-5 times, and then back home. As a rainy weather backup option I’m going to plan 110 minutes on the elliptical or ARC trainer. Essentially this is my A Merry Workout Pledge and I’ll either do at least 110 minutes or 30 miles, whichever is longer.
Swim for 30 minutes — I haven’t swam yet this year despite my gym having a nice lap pool. I figured I might as well take advantage of it while I can since we’re not sure if we’ll cancel that membership or not.
Cook something new — Find a fun new recipe and cook it this weekend. I always know I’m doing well on the weekend when I have time to cook something new. I don’t know why but the calmer and more organized the weekend the more time I have to experiment.
Eat clean — We have a birthday party on Saturday and our 6 year wedding anniversary is on Sunday. I’m planning on taking my free meal on Sunday for our dinner out and as for the party I’m planning to eat clean and have only a small piece of cake.

I think that’s taking it to the next level while still maintaining some sense of sanity. I’ll be posting on Monday how it went so stay tuned for the update.

If you’re interested in signing up for the challenge drop on over to this months WWC page and follow the rules. I’m gonna go take this kilt off now because I’m burning up … almost like it’s a blanket or something.