I know, can you believe it? Don't fall out of your chair! I'm going to blog about this because I need each of you (yes, all FIVE of my readers...lol!) to help hold me accountable for my commitment. I have registered to run my very first 5K on March 8th. If you read this blog, chances are you know me well enough to know that I am NOT a runner. I made several attempts during college to become a runner, but failed each time. Once I overtrained for a sprint triathlon and ended up with tendonitis in my achilles and twice I just lost interest. I love to exercise, but running is just plain hard. I prefer an elliptical, stair master, or long walks in my neighborhood (boy do we have some rough hills!).
Thanks to my friend for convincing me to give it one more try! She just had a baby 2 months ago and is already running again. I'm 21 months post-baby and really don't have any excuse not to try again. Along with our friend Lara, we ARE going to do this. Right, girls??
My first two runs are behind me now and each time I ran a mile without stopping. That is HUGE for me and I'm pretty psyched that I was able to do it! My goal is to run 3-4 times a week, with some cross training and weight training on my "off" days.
Wish me luck!
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YAY! You can do it Lauren! My two pieces of advice: 1. Start VERY slow and work your way up and 2. Get fitted for shoes at a store like Fleet Feet. They'll put you on a treadmill and look at the way you run. Good luck!
Totatlly late commenting on this, but I'm so excited for you on your running. You can do it!
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