So I walked a half marathon.... now what goals do I set for myself? I could do a full one I suppose, or raise money and participate in the Susan B. Komen walk (http://www.the3day.org/) . Frankly, I don't have the time to train to walk 26.2 miles and I am TERRIBLE about asking people for donations (especially over $2000 worth).
So my next goal....running. Yup, that gross thing I GREATLY disliked in school. Mile time came and I dreaded the day. I run only to get away from scary dogs or to catch a stray child approaching danger. I am out of breath in the end and wanna puke.
Why do you ask, would I want to run then?
Well, I figure I can walk a mile in less then 16 minutes so why not knock it up a notch and jog a little. You see, I am in better shape now then I have been in a few years and I am feeling physically capable of this challenge.
I researched running programs and came across "From the Couch to a 5K" method (http://www.coolrunning.com/engine/2/2_3/181.shtml) and started it about 2 1/2 weeks ago. Today I ran a mile....without stopping...or puking, but definitely panting.
New goal .....run a 5K. Yup, come September I will lace up my shoes again and run. I won't break any records (or bones I hope) and I will cross another finish line. Rest assured I will run.
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You are amazing. So proud of you. I think I need to check out that "From the Couch to a 5K". I need some motivation!
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