Fun Fact

By looking at this blog I realize I really don't have much of a life... uffda.

Good job everyone and keep it up!

Slowly, but surely

Let's get the elephant out of the blog. I am not running nearly as much as anyone else. However, I am set to change that. So far, I have been successful in running two days in a row. Not far, but I'll get there :)

I'm also exploring different parts of my neighborhood, which is exciting! And, fun fact, I understand why I get invites to sign up my kindergartners for Harrisburg. Probably because the school is 100 feet from my apartment. Genius. Now I need to find some kindergartners.

Other than that, life is good. Sad that I missed Alaina's trip to Sioux Falls, but glad I got to hang out with my family. Cheerio, darlings!

March Madness!

Hard to believe it's almost been a month since we all really started training. I just got done running 5 miles straight and it felt really good, I felt really strong about it. I love watching the NCAA women's tournament while I run, there's been some good games and it keeps my mind off of wanting to quit. :)

I am a whiner.

I realized I whine a lot when I run.  I make up excuses why I have to stop or slow down.  Poop needs to be grouped, and I need to keep my yap shut because it doesn't pass time any faster whining.  Many thanks to Evan for running 9.1 miles today with me outside.  I have not doubt he is going to rock this race!

Here is a blog I found about running.  I didn't want to run today, but I read this today and thought.. pssh I could run farther than Nick today who sat in his chair.  And I was off… enjoy the list!  I think it was funny and so true C:

Keep that quarter in your pocket.  Sometimes I wish I did have one too!
http://carey-goingthedistance.blogspot.com/

The 40 Runner’s Commandments

by Joe Kelly 

1. Don’t be a whiner. Nobody likes a whiner, not even other whiners.
2. Walking out the door is often the toughest part of a run.
3. Don’t make running your life. Make it part of your life.
4. Keep promises, especially ones made to yourself.
5. The faster you are the less you should talk about your times.
6. Keep a quarter in your pocket. One day you’ll need to call for a ride.
7. Don’t compare yourself to other runners.
8. All runners are equal, some are just faster than others.
9. Keep in mind that the later in the day it gets, the more likely it is that you won’t run.
10. For a change of pace, get driven out and then run back.
11. If it was easy, everybody would be a runner.
12. When standing in starting lines, remind yourself how fortunate you are to be there.
13. Getting out of shape is much easier than getting into shape.
14. A bad day of running still beats a good day at work.
15. Don’t talk about your running injuries. People don’t want to hear about your sore knee or black toe.
16. Don’t always run alone.
17. Don’t always run with people.
18. Approach running as if the quality of your life depended on it.
19. No matter how slow, your run is still faster than someone sitting on a couch.
20. Keep in mind that the harder you run during training, the luckier you’ll get during racing.
21. Races aren’t just for those who can run fast.
22. There are no shortcuts to running excellence.
23. The best runs sometimes come on days when you didn’t feel like running.
24. There is nothing boring about running. There are, however, boring people who run.
25. Distance running is like cod liver oil. At first it makes you feel awful, then it makes you feel better.
26. Never throw away the instructions to your running watch.
27. Don’t try to outrun dogs.
28. Don’t wait for perfect weather. If you do, you won’t run very often.
29. When tempted to stop being a runner, make a list of the reasons you started.
30. Without goals, training has no purpose.
31. Go for broke, but be prepared to be broken.
32. Spend more time running on the roads than sitting on the couch.
33. Make progress in your training, but progress at your own rate.
34. “Winning” means different things to different people.
35. Unless you make your living as a runner, don’t take running too seriously.
36. Never tell a runner that he or she doesn’t look good in tights.
37. Never confuse the Ben-Gay tube with the toothpaste tube.
38. Preventing running injuries is easier than curing them.
39. Running is simple. Don’t make it complicated.
40. Running is always enjoyable. Sometimes, though, the joy doesn’t come until the end of the run.

Scapegoat Workout

I didn't run today. I got outside snowshoeing instead. 6.5 miles of mountains. Love it. I'm still counting the distance bc elevations clunky shoes and snow really wear a guy out. Even if I did takes breaks to build snowmen.

This Week...

... will be a low mileage one. I had quiz bowl last night and I'm judging a middle school oral interp contest on Thursday. Tonight, I have my future sister's birthday supper and tomorrow is church night. I know I can fit small runs here and there, but it won't be anything like last week! Low weeks can be good for you though - allows your body to recoup a little and do a little self-healing!

Zumba+Me = Awkward.

This past weekend I wanted to rest my body.  So I did a P90X Kenpo on Saturday and Zumba cardio on Sunday.  This was my first time doing the Zumba cardio… interesting.  Basically if you can twist your hips and clap your hands than you win.  I felt weird, and when my family saw me they thought I was awkward!

Today I did 4 miles.  The first two I pushed with speed intervals.  Basically loved it because the miles went by faster :)  The last two I just was bored so jogged.  I am focusing on my core this week with less miles… I'm not sure why I am not putting more miles in… just feeling different :)

Best wishes friends!

Greetings all, I'm officially in training now. I just flew back into Great Falls last night. I've had a busy schedule in Texas for my training. I was able to put in 12 miles during the trip. Unfortunately eating out every night because I didn't have a kitchen kinda sucked and didn't add to my ambition to be healthy. I'm going to do 4 miles this afternoon on the river down to the springs (shown in pic). Glad to see everyones numbers are growing. I'll do my best to catch up. Thanks for inviting me to be in this. Miss you all! Cheers!

Snap

I'm not sure why that post was at 6:30 AM because I definitely was not awake at that time. I haven't done my morning workouts like I thought I would, I'm too lazy for that at this point. So, Em, I'm thinking the posting time is off somehow or someway!

Water Aerobics

Wow-sers people you keep impressing me!  I can honestly say knowing I have to write down a mile makes me want to keep running each day and not take a day off.  I will when my body tells me to, but right now I'm just rocking it!

Lately I have been craving the pool workouts, yet still want to keep running.  So I compromise.  Today I did six miles on the treadmill at mediocre pace, 4 miles on the wave (20 minutes), and water aerobics.  I only did the water because I thought it would be a nice cool down… plus I miss old people.  It was a good switch in my routine.

I did notice I got two blisters on my feet.  I have gotten blisters in these spots in the past and know it will only take some time for my feet to start getting 'tough'… attractive :)  Basically it comes down to me getting new socks… today I HAD TO WEAR MY SHAMROCK SOCKS!!

Ps. Mannie - you must never sleep because you are posting at 6:30am…my dear, that is before the sunshines!!

Ps. Evan - you may lose some toenails :) For a while I had permanent black and blue toes.  Sometimes it comes down to the sizing of the shoe.

Energizer Bunny

So I realized today, after starting my run that I really enjoy running (or atleast the newness of it), especially outside with nice weather. I have been out of town for work since Sunday morning and never really had a chance to get a good run in, so today I went for it. I backed off my usual pace, but felt like the energizer bunny. 10 miles today nonstop, only stopping to wait for 3 stoplights. I have this unusual feeling in my legs right now and my toe was bleeding when I took my shoes off, but I had such a fun time. It was just my thoughts and me out there and man the cool things that go through your mind. Everyone keep up the great work!!

Oh My.

400 workout with the high school girls.

The other teacher that I've been running with knows the girls and the coaches pretty well and checked if it was OK if we workout with the girls today. I recognized several of the girls from FCA, so that was fun.

We did 6 400s (all were at or under 90seconds) with 45 seconds of rest in between. There was a tough wind on the home stretch, but it was so fun to do a workout with girls and with coaches yelling at us :)

With the 2 laps ran for a warm-up an the jogging in between 400s, I probably ran about 2.5 miles. The girls ran a cool-down, but the other teacher and I just walked two more laps :)

I'm going to be sore tomorrow... but I've got two past teammates coming over, so that means we'll probably run together tomorrow or Saturday. Ouch! (But, I love this pain!!!)

Good idea!

Emily, you are so cute and that's a good way to put it! Thanks for pointing that out!

Going the distance C:

Mannie - you just ran from Webster PAST Groton!!
Alaina - you just ran from Webster to the Summit corner!
Lauren - you just ran from Brookings PAST Elkton!!
Heidi - you just ran from Brookings to Trent!
Melissa - you just ran from Webster to my home!!
Evan - you just ran from Brookings to Arlington!!
Matt - you just ran from Groton to Andover (LONGEST STRETCH OF ROAD EVER!)!!!
Em - I just ran from Brookings to Baltic!

Im feeling good about you guys! Yea!!

Runzy

I bought new (and very much needed) running shoes a few weeks ago. They seem to be working out well. Tonight, I really broke 'em in. Puddles, puddles, puddles!

Another 2 miles today. 1.5 miles last Thursday. Probably some more this week!

Snogging.

Hey friends!

Here is what I learned today.  March running is kind of like that "Bear Hunt" song (NOT QUAIL VERSION!).

Sometimes you can't go around it.  

Sometimes you can't go over it.  

Sometimes you can't go around it.  

So you might as well go through it!  

Yes, I am talking about the ginormous puddles that block our paths.  Or even better the little snow banks people didn't remove and now are beginning to melt.  So my tip is to just go through it.  It is the quickest geometrical way to get from point A to point B.  Trust me… eventually it gets fun and you feel like you are in the triple jump because your strides keep getting longer to get our quicker.

Once you are done with your run, you may have soggy shoes.  In order for them to dry out quickly try stuffing them with newspapers.  In the long run, I fear your shoes will start to smell.  But that is not a bad smell… it is a runner scent :)  Hahaha

Today was my first longer run outside.  It was gorgeous, but my shoes now have found their way out on our sunporch.  Take advantage of this great weather!!  Bonus: you start getting color :)  I love spring!

Good luck snow jogging aka Snogging!

Richard Simmons.

Today I had a nice surprise from the boss - I get to have my spring break a week late!!  Well actually only 2.5 days.  So what better way to kick off the break with a six miler and 4 miles on the 'wave' machine.  Six miles I didn't run straight.  I had to stop and stretch… I fear I won't be like old times and continue running.  I guess I just need to keep it up and it will come together, eventually?  My goal is to get six miles each day in this week and rest the weekend.  The weather should be nice so I'm gunning for some outside running.

Fun Fact: I do not look like Richard Simmons during a workout - who really is that excited while sweating? Seriously now… that man is odd.

4 miles :)

Just thought I would send a shout out to tell you all that I finally ran 4 miles straight today :) SO excited! I did not want to go to the gym today.. it took all I had to make myself go. Once I was there though, I decided to just go for it! YEAH!

Running with a Co-worker

It is so nice to have someone to run with. The time goes by quickly when you're outside with a friend. A fellow 7th grade teacher and I have been running together for a couple weeks now, but today was the first day we ran together outside. On a treadmill, in a noisy weight room, conversations don't help pass the time. But take that conversation outside, where there is privacy and things to look at (and comment about), and you've got a quick 4 miles!

Since my last post, I have run 4 miles today and 3 miles yesterday.

Even with the wind today, the sunshine felt great and the melting snow was a wonderful sight! Spring is in the air! :)

(Dan - thanks for being willing to run with me :) Pretty soon, I'll have someone to run with on a regular basis! Even on the weekends, haha!)

Admin

Can I be an admin so I can track my own miles?

Coffee before running = no good

Since Matt and I are sharing a car right now (long story if you don't know), I didn't go work out until after I took Matt to work. I got to the gym at like 11:15... Well, before going to the gym, I decided to have 2 cups of coffee... Not smart. I was determined to run 4 miles today. I was rocking it, but then after 1.5 miles I had to pee so bad! Darn coffee! But I got right back on and finished the 4 miles! I am not counting it as 4 miles straight so hopefully I will be able to rock that soon! But just a reminder to all of you lovely people- don't drink 2 cups of coffee before a good run :)

Keep up the great work everyone!

PS to Evan- I made you an admin so you can track your own miles... sorry about that!

Really horrible at this...

First of all, my apologies for being a horrible, terrible, no good very bad blogger... I've never been good at it, and always forget to update. I'm making it a goal (especially for lent!) to do a better job of communicating my progress. Good job to you all though! You're all kicking butt.

Em or Alaina, my total miles since March 1 is 22 miles, please update! Thanks!

This week will be interesting; I've got a few longer runs scheduled and, since it's Ag Week at SDSU, I'll be super busy. Hello early mornings!

The weather looks very nice this week and I'm looking forward to finally being able to comfortably run outside!

New record

So, I'm feeling pretty good. I just ran 5.25 miles and 4.5 was a consecutive run. Farthest I've been able to run straight yet and I feel pretty proud of myself actually. I'm not sure I ever thought I would be able to do 4.5 miles much less train for a half-marathon.

I'm anxious to run outside with the weather warming up but how are you guys keeping track of how far you go when you're outside?

Dress warm....

Well sweating out a cold/fever does not work... especially when I decide to run outside in 30* and the wind is blowing head on and I decide only to wear a long sleeve shirt.  I almost broke down and begged a driver to take me home.  After much walking and some tears I made it back to my place after 3.5 miles. 

Today I went to the wellness center to get 6 miles in.  I could only do 3.5.  So frustrated that I can't keep running.  Last year I could do twice this without being phased.  I am not sure what my deal is, so I am coming back tonight to get the rest of the run in and some lifting.  Maybe I need to do shorter runs more twice a day until I build up some tolerance.

Evan - We'll talk about cross training... Zumba!? :)

Everyone - Is everyone updated with their miles?  I try to update Evan and Heidi's as I see them...

DOG POOP

I despise people who let there dogs poop on the sidewalks, I wanted to look around while I was running but I had to focus on the path because of doggie do and puddles! 4 miles. Forgive me if I seem overly excited about my little running experiences but it is all new territory for me :)

Everyone is doing awesome and lets keep up the great work!

P.S. Crosstraining sounds important... Emily... Help?

No School Today!

So, I ran on the treadmill at 7:00 this morning and the superintendent came into the weight-room half way through my run. I'll see him running in the mornings before school, so I wasn't surprised when he started lifting. I had about a half mile left when he stopped over to chat a little. He told me I should have ran outside this morning since it was so nice out. I just said that it was too windy! What I didn't tell him is that I am a pansy when it comes to wind and running by myself. Instead, I just ran my 4 miles inside :)

Since my last post, I have ran 3 miles inside on Tuesday, 3 miles outside yesterday (gorgeous out!) and 4 miles inside today. Hoping to do some cross training tomorrow before heading up to Britton for my cousin's baby shower and then run more on Sunday.

PS: it's supposed to be warm this coming week! Yipee!!!

Alaina rocked 3.5!

I ran 3.5 miles straight today :) Oh happy day! That is the longest I have ran straight so far... I am pretty excited about it! Soon I will be running 4 miles :) I got a little uh "shirt burn" on my right arm that doesn't feel so hot though.... My stupid man arms were rubbing too much on my work out shirt I guess. Plus, my right foot was kinda giving me some grief but I stretched it extra good when I was done working out today.

Matt was on the treadmill next to me while I was going. He ran off and on but more than he usually runs so that was great! He hurt his right foot too... He says he feels it pop when he takes a step. We will see where that goes I guess. All in all, he rocked 2.5 today on the treadmill :)

Making up for lost time...

Today I spent 2 hours at the gym! Since I missed four days, I figured I should make up for the lost time. I rocked it at the gym today... I tried to kind of take things easy because I am still a little sick... I ran 2 miles on the treadmill, power-walked 1.25, and then I rocked the elliptical for 2.25 miles! And of course I did my arm and ab routine just for Mel ;)

Mannie- do I have your total right or should it be higher?! I am proud of you for rocking it girl! I'm kinda curious about this wooden treadmill you speak of... I don't know what you are talking about...

Emily- I tried out my fancy new socks today and I really liked them! They are not exactly like yours... I couldn't find ones like yours but the guy recommended the pair I got. I truly think they will help prevent blisters from running but my feet get more hot when I am running in them.

Evan- I liked your point about the calories burned on the treadmill... It is a little depressing sometimes when you feel like you rocked it and then the machine tells you only burned like 300 calories... what?!?!?!?! You are doing great though- keep up the great work! We are glad you joined the team!

Heidi and Dan- WELCOME! We are excited to have you on our team as well!

Ditto

I totally agree with you Evan! Eating right is the hardest part of it for me, always a work in progress. Speaking of eating, I really need to start running in the morning because this whole running-after-eating-supper thing is killing me. Even so, I was able to do 3 miles tonight.

Week one: 11.5 miles, Alaina could you chalk those up for me on the mile tracker? Appreciate it!

3 Is My Lucky Number

Have you ever started running on the treadmill thinking "hey way cool I am burning calories off!!" then 20 minutes later the treadmill tells you that you have only burned off as much calories as the two reseese penut butter cups you ate about 1/2 hour before you started running, and to top it off those delightful morsels only took you 10 seconds to devour. I don't know about you, but that bums me out, because if you know me, I love to eat. This running thing is great but I gotta get myself whipped into eating better, or I feel like I will hit a brick wall?

3 miles today at a slight incline and when I say slight I mean 0.5 degrees :)

3 in Sioux Falls

Im at the Summit League so it has been long three days and not working out.  I did get 3 miles in this morning because we only have the Championships today.  Keep it up everyone!!

Another 1.5

Hey!
Sounds like the weekend was grand for everyone. After logging 4 miles Friday, I hosted a game night on Saturday and decided to do absolutely nothing at all on Sunday. I surely enjoyed that.

Tonight I ran 1.5 miles. I didn't want to go overboard in new shoes, which I seem to also enjoy. It feels SO good to slide my feet into new shoes. Woot woot!

1.8,5.1

1.8 miles on Saturday, 5.1 miles today. Ouch, I kinda feel like I might be pushing myself a little far already because of the intense soreness in my legs, but I have been eating bananas, LIFESAVER!!

Now I am heading to the shop to do lazy car work.

Signing Up...

Thanks for inviting Dan and I! I have to admit that I've been reading this blog since it was created (Emily told me about it right away!), and wondering if Dan and I could make this happen... turns out it works out really well!

Dan has training in Colorado the following week, so we can drive to the Hills and see everyone and then head on to Colorado!

I ran CASA last year - it was my first half marathon... and I LOVED it! The scenery makes for a great distraction as you run along, and it's all for a great cause. I especially enjoyed the fact that it was all downhill. I finished 10 minutes faster than I thought I would.

We're actually doing a 12-week fitness thing here at school (five weeks left!). We're on teams and we keep track of all the fitness activities that we do. Once we reach certain milestones as a team, we get prizes. So far we've only got a $5 gift card to Subway, but our next prize is a $10 card for a local gas station. Since March 1st, I've ran 11 miles.

I did a workout on the treadmill yesterday, just to switch things up... hip is a little sore, so I'm taking today off. I'll be back at it tomorrow.

Fose - thanks for getting me into the habit of doing abs again... having a strong core so essential to your running form (especially when you're tired and at the end of a race), and I've definitely been neglecting them this winter. Em - do you think your hips hurt because they get tight? We learned a "Myrtle" routine last year to help loosen our hips up. I could show it to you sometime if you think it'll help!

Thanks again for letting us join! I'm excited to see everyone :)

Weekend of work

I was not able to get any miles in this weekend since I worked all weekend day shifts... I was going to kill it today but I am feeling super sick today with an awful head cold. Right now I don't think I will be going to run but hopefully I will feel up to it later tonight or at least tomorrow. I just think my head may explode if I try to run...

Forrest, Forrest Gump

So, I got to watch Forrest Gump while running tonight, talk about inspiration! This weekend was busy (Alan and Carrie had their marriage blessing) so I didn't get in as much running as I would have liked, but I was able to log 5 miles tonight and 3.5 as a straight run. I haven't run that far consecutively yet so it felt good. Maybe Forrest had something to do with it!

Welcome to the runners category Evan! Glad you could join us!

Count 'em. 1 - 2 -3 - 4

That's right folks! Four miles! I am pretty pumped up about that. The original goal for this evening's treadmill run was 2 miles. I was feeling too good to stop, so then I set my sights on 3 miles. Then I figured I might as well just shoot for a 1 hour run. Rock on.

Feeling' fabulous!

And...here's an awkward story.
So it's about 9:30 p.m. and I'm alone in the fitness room. There are people hootin' and hollerin' for their ping pong game just down the hall...which, I'll be honest, made me feel kinda lame. But, let's be more honest, I'd rather be running than out after a long week. I've finished my run, cool down and now stretching. Guy #1 awkwardly stares at me as he walks to the bathroom. I continue stretching. I hear a baby giggling and 'talking.' Guy #2 even more awkwardly walks into the fitness room as I'm standing up to start getting ready to go home. He sits down on the bench press, pumps twice making extremely loud noises. Then leaves.

I'm just praying he doesn't come back to say something to me or follow me home. Note to self: don't run after 7 p.m. on weekends. Also, get new contacts. Also, sign up for self defense class.

I AM NO CHEERLEADER!!

I like the idea of running better than cheerleading! I don't think I can move this way??
Chalk me up for 3.25 miles

I hurt. It has been forever since I have ran like that.

Much to my surprise I kind of liked it :)

Just keep swimming..

Tonight I did cross training.  I figured this weekend if I did any type of working out it would be a jog and my legs would than be extremely exhausted from the week's runs.  So I swam.  I swam a long time.  If you have ever lap swam by yourself, you definitely know where I'm coming from.. it is mind-numbing!!

To pass the time I was trying to calculate my distance (32 laps equal 1 mile) in my 60 minute swim.  Sick that I thoroughly enjoyed this brain teaser.  And just because I loved it so much I will tell you method :)

I averaged 40 seconds down each time.  So I rounded up to 45 seconds and got 1.5 laps per minute.  Next I timed 60 x 1.5.  That is 90 laps.  So divide 90/32 which is 2.8.  Take away a little for rest/slowing down and I think I did 2.5 miles?  I told the lifeguard what I was doing because I needed to know the 32 laps thing… she said that was the first time she heard of anyone doing math in the pool.  :)

15 mins freestyle
15 mins kick
15 mins pull
15 mins freestyle

No music, no talking… just yourself thinking.  Yet, I love this workout too because I feel great afterwards!

Hope everyone else is doing fantastic!

Alaina - 2.5 run and Matt- 1.5

Well, this morning was hard! My body was so tired this morning but I made myself and Matt go to the gym. I only ran 2.5 miles before my body had had enough. I ended up putting in 3.25 for the day with power walking included in the mix. Abs and arms were also included in the workout like always but man my arms are so sore from some of the workouts/machines I have been experimenting with...

Matt ran 1 mile straight today without stopping :) Super proud of him! He also worked out so hard today that he ended up getting sick and puking! Nice work Matt! LOL. I am such a mean trainer....

I work the next three day shifts so I won't be able to really hit up the gym... that is what sucks about my schedule. I am still going to try to make myself to abs and arms at home after work before I go to bed. Then I will hit up the treadmill again on Monday hard core!

Em and I decided that we should only include the miles that we walk/run/jog/sprint on the mile tracker... no biking/swimming included. Does that sound okay with everyone?

Peace and Love!

Mel - 1.5

I was le tired today so I just did 1.5 miles. Also noticed I don't run as well when I have someone on the treadmill next to me. That is unfortunate, since it's a rather small room! Maybe I'll get horse blinders :)

In other news...I love Honey Bunches of Oats. I've eaten a whole box in one week. I blame this on Matt & Alaina offering me cereal on President's Day. Haha. It's so darn good for you, though, so it's hard to stop!

Foot Striking

Yesterday was a result of my grumpiness today.  Last night at the gym a girl told me I could lose definitely lose some weight.  The results of her comments made me really upset and put me in a grumpy mood.  Luckily I work with some really great guys and when I told them the story today they were really supportive.  Anyways, that was a hiccup in the road and a wake up call.  Poopy.

Today I ran 5.3 miles.  My hip hurts more when I go at a slower pace so I was doing 8 min miles.  Obviously it makes the miles go by faster which is something I needed today because I was pressed for time.  Secondly I have been trying to change my stride.  For a couple of years I have known Kyle and he has become an awesome runner with great advice.  Here is his website:  http://www.runningonthewhiteline.com/.  The foot strike of mid-sole versus heel striking first is something I have been practicing.  I feel weird, but with time I think this will help me (bonus time passes by faster because I am concentrating on how to run).

Alaina - you already did 13.5 miles in two days?!!?  Also are you putting up our numbers or how would you like to work this….

March 1.

First off, way to go friends!  Mannie - I was just leaving work and was planning on skipping running because I just didn't want to.  But I saw you and knew I would be cheating everyone and myself… so I dragged myself to run.

Secondly - I only did two miles today because my hip is hurting.  I am trying to put heat on it and am popping the pills.  Hopefully the inflammation will go down.  After running I felt like a huge slacker so I biked for an hour… LONGEST HOUR EVER.

Third - Alaina, I noticed that only the person that created the blog has access to the sidebar.  We may have to write it in the blog and at the end of the week total it for you… unless anyone knows a different way.

BYE!

? on the mile tracker

Are we just writing down the miles we run or the total miles we put in on the treadmill?????

Yay for 3 miles!

I officially ran 3 miles today and it felt awesome (when I was done)! Since I ran 3 miles straight tonight, I get to buy some of those fancy socks that Emily has.

It is nice to have Matt there with me to keep telling me to continue going! I need that motivation... I know this sounds silly but I often think of the people on the Biggest Loser while I am at the gym and think if they can do it, I CAN!

To add to the mile tracker on the side- go to design and edit the mile tracker portion... Keep track of your miles to date. I am also writing them down in my calendar.

Keep on trucking everyone! We got this!

Run #2

So, I took yesterday off after running on Sunday and put in 2.5 miles today. How do I track my miles on the right hand side? I'm not sure I see how to do that. Anyway, when I commented that I took time off from work around the 4th of July that was because I thought race day was on the 4th. So, strike that, I took the 25th and 26th off instead so we will be in town for a few days for some rock climbing as well. I ran on the wood treadmill at the Wellness Center tonight, that was pretty cool, I don't know if anyone else has ever tried one of those. Pretty fancy.

Thanks for the encouragement Alaina, appreciate it! Keep up the good work everyone!