Another goal of mine during this year-long decluttering process is to get off my butt a little bit more than I generally do. So since today was a national holiday on which I had absolutely nothing planned, I decided to go for my normal walk.
I've been considering the Couch Potato to 5K Running Program.
http://www.coolrunning.com/engine/2/2_3/181.shtml
A number of my friends have tried it and successfully found themselves running 5Ks or even doing triathlons. I've toyed with the idea of doing it, but never been able to really commit. (This is normal for me.) So a few days ago, I decided I'd never EVER commit to running if I didn't wear a sports bra while I was walking, so....sports bra: check! This morning, I had everything I needed: baby in a good mood, socks and running shoes, water bottle, loose-fitting but moderately attractive workout wear, and the all-important (some might even say "sacred") sports bra.
On my way to my running location, I noticed a small group of about 7 people running. Another block of driving and a glance to my left showed me that there was a full-fledged event taking place and those runners I had just seen were part of it. This was my sign, I thought. It's time to get my butt moving. Today. Looked up C25K on my smartphone and started running for 60 seconds, walking for 90, alternating for 20 minutes.
Long about minute 15, I was pretty sweaty. I stopped at a stop sign to let a pick-up truck pass (I never ever want them to let me go first, because then they'll have to wait for my sad, lumbering self to run across the street...) so I waved the driver on. Pretty sure there was nothing close to a smile on my face as I did this. And then, lo and behold, a sparkling silver moment in my day. A smiling man leaned out the window and said "Keep it up, mom. You're doing great!" Big smile. "Thank you!" Motivation to finish the last five sweaty minutes: check!
Funny how sometimes the right thing comes along at the right time just when you need it. Everybody needs an "atta-girl" sometimes.
Dear Mr. Pick-up Truck Man, Could you please come out on Friday and say that to me again?
P.S. You made my day.
Multnomah Falls
I'm not sure if this will help or not, but I once told Jason after he had posted a long run (of 13 miles) that he was a magnificent beast! I am equally impressed with your decision to commit to C25K and think you are a magnificent beast too! So, the next time you feel almost done, hear my voice in your head cheering "Sarah, you are a magnificent beast! Way to go!" Are you going to do the Dandelion run?
ReplyDeleteawesome!!! I'm so glad you picked up running again. ....how's it going a month later?
ReplyDeleteWhere are you? How are you doing? I miss your posts! Update us, please!
ReplyDeleteLove you!