So about a month ago, I started walking on nice afternoons with some lovely lady friends. Our base has a 1/4 mile track with a playground positioned directly in the middle! (What a great idea whoever came up with that!) Anyway, while walking I mentioned that I've never ran any great distance but really would like to try. That turned into me googling the "couch to 5k challenge". If you don't know about the "couch to 5k challenge" heres the link. Its a training plan to get the non runner, non active adult up to running a 5k in 9 weeks. Since we had been walking some, we decided to start on week 2. We are now on week 5. Today I attempt to run my first 2 miles straight! No walking! We'll see how it goes!
Overall though, my GOAL is to run a half marathon. There is one specifically I'm trying to shoot for... the Air Force Marathon/ Half Marathon in Dayton, Ohio. It benefits the wounded warrior project, the USO, and the Fisher houses on military installations which house the families of injured service members. I'm debating whether to sign up now, or wait to see how I progress over the next month or so. Its 80$, plus will require a hotel room and traveling expenses. Should prolly talk to the hubs first! :D
My words to anyone thinking about starting: JUST DO IT! (I know, so original...). Get a running buddy, get a song, get a reason, get a motivational phrase! Just GET GOING. You never know what will be unless you try! If my large size 16 behind can run a mile SO CAN YOU!
My running buddy: Amanda
My reason: Get fit so I can be the best wife and mother I can be for many years to come!
My motivational phrase: "I can do ALL things through Christ which strengtheneth me!" Its what I repeat to myself during that last lap when I feel like giving up, knowing that the power to finish isn't from me, but from the Lord!
So... off I go... 2 miles. I'll let you know how it goes!
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