My new kicks! Hey, I might not be a runner yet, but at least I can look the part.
I love to exercise, but running was never something I enjoyed. I would only run when necessary, like when I was chasing a ball or dribbling one. The other night I had a dream that I ran a marathon. I’m not quite sure what prompted a running dream all of a sudden. I’m surrounded by runners, especially on Facebook, but that never seemed to motivate me to kick up my heels.
Chances are, watching the images of the recent NYC Marathon entered my subconscious, which then forced its way into my dream zone. I awoke early the next morning with an urge to run. And I did. I ran one mile. Two days later I ran another mile, 2 minutes shorter than the previous run. I even went to my local running store last night and bought a new pair of shoes. If I whip out the credit card, you know I mean business.
Baby steps. A mile here and a mile there. I’ll try and run every other day and see how it goes. My goal? I hope to run a 5K within 2 months. From there, who knows. What I do know is this. It’s not so much about losing weight or looking good (although those stubborn last 10 pounds from pregnancy would not be missed). It really is about my health. I have a 2 year old that is all-boy. He loves to run and chase things, especially me. And one thing is for sure…I refuse to have a 2 year old kick my ass.
Are you a runner and have any tips? Please share!
Good shoes are imperative…or so I’ve heard. The only running I do is to chase my runaway dog.
Ha! Hey, running of any kind is still running! =)
Hey Aimee, It is funny that you are writing about this. I, too, had this random urge to start running recently. I found this application on my iphone called C25k (Couch to 5K). It helps train you to go from being a couch potato (like me) to being able to run a 5K in 9 weeks. You do walk/run intervals. Each week you increase the intensity and amount of running until you are able to run for a full 30 minutes or 5K. You should check it out. You can also find it online. Hope you are well, Tylar
That’s so great that you decided to start running. Like the comment before me, I also did the couch to 5K program. It was great! Within 9 months, I’m regularly running abut 10 miles a week now. You have the right idea, just start slow and take it easy. Listen to your body and walk when it hurts. Keep us posted as to how you’re doing!
Cynthia
Good for you to start running! I was runner for years before I got injured (not from running) and I wish I could still run. Keep it up!
Thanks for all the great tips and encouragement!
-Aimee