May 17, 2008

Again no running today, but I had plans to help a friend move. I did however, get up and workout on my treadmill for 35 minutes. When I first started walking on the treadmill I walked at a pace of 2.5 mph, now I walk at a pace of 3.5 mph. I have improved my starting pace by 1 mph in just a few weeks.

I also have kicked my running speed up to 5 mph. Currently, I can maintain this pace for 3 minutes at a time. I am going to try to shoot for 4 minutes at a time. I will let you know how this goes on Sunday.

May 16,2008

No running today, I just did a little walking. More to stretch the muscles and keep them loose.

May 15, 2008

Today I was able to do 2.06 miles in 30 minutes. I am slowly, but surely getting better each time. I can't wait until I get to 2.5 miles in 30 minutes. I am loving my new shoes. I am really getting into this running thing. I even went out and bought myself a pair of running shorts and I new tank top. I must say I almost look like a runner, hopefully some day i will be able to consider myself a runner.

May 14, 2008

Well, I was so tired and exhausted from the run/walking that I have been doing this week that I literally passed out while speaking with my family. We were on a conference call and one moment I was talking with them and and the next moment it was morning. I guess my body needed a break.

May 13, 2008

Well, the running thing has been quite interesting. Yesterday (5-12-08) I was able to complete 2.03 miles in 30 minutes and today (5-13-08) I was able to complete 2.05 miles in the 30 minutes.

No matter how bad I want to quit, I keep on going. I keep hearing Jillian (from Biggest Loser) saying, keep going, take your hands off the bars on the treadmill, you can do it, and so on.

I am so driven to prove to myself and everyone else that I can do this. Wish me luck!!!

May 3, 2008

Well, I decided if I am really going to get serious that I needed to buy a pair of running shoes that were comfortable and fit me well. I went to a company called Runner's Roost and they actually watch how you walk and determine which shoe would be the best fit. They also let you test drive the shoes. I got to take them outside and actually run or walk in them to decide if I liked how they felt. I found a pair of shoes that I really liked and are very comfortable. The gentlemen informed me to take them home and if for any reason in the next couple of days I decide that I do not like them I can bring them back. I can even wear them outside and I can still bring them back if I do not like them. To check out my new shoes go tot he following link: http://www.asicsamerica.com/products/product.aspx?PRODUCT_ID=240008513&TITLE_CATEGORY_ID=250001549

You may have to copy paste the link or you can go to www.asics.com and the model number is GT-2130 I got the White/Midnight/Turquoise ones. I can't wait to go for my first run in them.

May 3, 2008

Well, I stated in my previous post that I was going to update today with my run from Friday, but unfortunately I was unable to run because my doctor's appointment went longer than expected and I did not have time prior to the wedding.