I am writing this more for my own sake that for anyone else to read or comment on. I was so excited the other night, though. My goal before it got too cold/dark was to be able to run my entire route without having to stop and walk any of it. I didn't think this would happen for another few weeks. But Tuesday night when I did my run, it happened. I ran the entire route. Slowly, but I ran it! And tonight I discovered it wasn't just a fluke. I did it again!
The first time I ran it, it took me 45 minutes. The last two times, it took only 34 minutes. The first time I ran I could couldn't even finish one full loop running. Made it about 3/4 of the way. Now I do 2 full loops.
I've come a long way, baby!
Now I just need to increase my speed. :)
Yea Erin! I will quote my husband..."it's all about momentum." You're doing great. With your exercise program AND getting more sleep, you probably feel like a million bucks!
Oops, almost forgot...HAPPY BIRTHDAY!
NatureCat, I like that quote. I am definitely working very hard to keep the momentum going. I really am feeling pretty incredible compared to how I felt just a few short weeks ago.
Thanks so much for the birthday wishes!
Keep going Erin. I am proud of you!!
Thank you so much for the encouragement, Majimo!
That's awesome! Good job!! Now if I could just convince myself to take up running.
Hi Jennifer! I think the hardest part is forcing yourself to first get off your butt and do something. I think you imagine it being worse/harder than it actually is. At least that was the case with me. The way it makes you feel and the improvements you see are great motivators to help you keep going with it.