I completed week 1 of the couch to 5km program. I even had a friend join me on a 4th day to run as she was inspired by my try-a-tri goal and may choose to enter the duathlon. We are going to train together this week as we seem to run at the same pace and enjoy each other's company.
Side note: Running is making my body sore (shins and one ankle - but I think I slept on it wrong). Someone cautioned me that running is not worth the strain on your body. I agree to an extent. I have no desire to run like my husband does. I do think that I should be able to run after my future (way future) kids, circle the block once, or run away if under attack. I'm not training to run because I think fit people run. I'm training to run because I've always wanted to be able to run one lap around the school yard and because I love the solitude of circling the neighbourhood with the wind in my face.
I've also decided that yoga is most definitely for me and I hate that I have not been going with the change in my gym's schedule. I'm going to find a way to make it work. I'm also going to a free Zumba class in May as I've always wanted to try it. It also might be a good way to meet more women that live near me as it is at a local hall.
And...did I mention yet that Chris and I joined a baseball team? We start playing mid-May with a fun mixed league. It should be good to get out and do something fit with my husband that has us working together and not competing.
This Week's Plan of Attack
Monday - trail walk on own/with friend, yogafit class
Tuesday - run with friend (1 min run, 1.5 minute walk)
Wednesday - relax and rejuvenate yoga, run with friend
Thursday - bike ride or swim with Chris, Kundalini and Ashtanga yoga
Friday - morning run on own
Hi Amber! Sounds good! That's especially nice that you have a friend to work out with. That will make is MUCH more fun. :D
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Congrats on completing week 1! I just started Week 8 and it's amazing how far I have come. You're going to do awesome!
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