Running on a Treadmill

I am very disappointed in myself today! We had a meeting at work with a lunch that was to die for and of course I ate everything: chicken, mashed potato, mac-n-cheese and green beans. Oh also a piece of pie (that was delicious). Later for a snack, I had a piece of cake. Then when I got home, I dressed and went to the gym with Greg. With a full belly, I walked for 10 minutes then went into a slow jog for over 1/2 of a mile. I finished up walking/jogging for a total of 1.5 miles. Just didn't feel like I could make it any more. However, I did get to see my beautiful sister-in-law and her family! That made my day to the gym! Then I came home and ate leftovers from earlier today. At this time, I feel awful. Not only miserable because I am full but very discouraged that I ate so much. I knew getting discouraged would eventually creep up but just did not expect it so early in my training.

First Day of Rest

Oh my, I am so sore. Not painful sore but the kind that when I move I realize I truly have muscles. I am surprised that I could be sore in places that I wasn't aware that I used when I ran. I can feel it in my waist and abs which I think is wonderful!

Actually the 3rd day of training has been easy - it has been a day of rest. I was going to go to the pool and try to swim some laps before church but did not make it to the gym. But I did do 20 minutes of pilates, this article said that it was good for runners and I need all the help I can get :O)

I am glad I got to go to church tonight, we are starting the "Fireproof" program for couples and it was the very first class. We gathered in homes across the upstate last week to watch the movie. Greg had to work late and did not attend with me but I took "great notes" for him. Well, back to running tomorrow - 3 days down and a lifetime to go!

I Did It!!!

I have signed up for my first 5K! Actually, my first anything concerning a race! For a while, I have wished that I could run or walk in a race but have had many excuses not to such as: Arthritis in my ankle (that is the big one), overweight, out-of-shape, not enough time, embarrassed, etc. However, when I take a look at all these excuses I realize that these are the reasons I should train for a race. Because if I lose weight then the ankle will not hurt as much and I will not have as much weight on the ankle. Win, Win, right?

So when the City of Seneca presented the 5K they will be holding for 'Seneca Fest' on Memorial Day Weekend, I knew this was my opportunity. First, I will be running in a place I know and second I can actually run or walk the course before the race to become familiar with the track. Now I know that I only have about 11 weeks to prepare and at the moment I do not believe that I can actually run the entire 3.1 miles but I feel if I can run half I will have accomplished something that I never have done.

When I mentioned this to Greg, my wonderful husband, he went and bought me an Ipod and a gift card for Itunes. He also is joining the race with me and took me out for my first run last night. Since he runs, he had great information and tips on how I need to start out. "Go slow and do not push it" I like that! I ran for a distance of 1/4 to 1/2 a mile - it kicked my butt and of course on my ipod the song that was playing was "More Bounce To The Ounce" Zapp and Rogers - which I think was very appropriate. Tonight, I ran (very slowly) for 1/2 mile. So just maybe?

If anyone reads this and would love to join me - you could download an entrance form for the race at Seneca's website.