Ran 2 miles again today. Soon we are going to have to map out a new route to get 2.5 and 3 miles in. I am hoping that after we get 3 miles down easily, we'll be able to start adding full miles rather than half miles.
Apparently my steps are getting lighter, which is good because it means my body is getting used to running. We made even fewer stops than Tuesday, and the only hard part has been the mental part--telling myself to keep going when I'm tired. I've done it, so I know I physically can, it's just hard to convince my mind that I can! It is getting easier. I am no longer out of breath to the point that I have to stop to catch my breath. I am really excited because I am starting to see some progress. I wish I could train more often (read: run more often), but I have been told that it is wise to force yourself to slow down and take it easy in order to stay healthy and injury-free. I am looking into joining this gym nearby that I've heard has great spin classes (in order to be able to work out while taking pressure off my heels and feet). I am still doing pilates, which I love, so that is a plus as well.
I'm looking forward to the 5k on Saturday (and the manicure I promised myself as my reward!), training with the team the following Saturday and going on the Pub Crawl that night.
I really need to get started on fundraising. I am going to write my letters soon and get them mailed out. If you are reading this and you want to donate, go to
http://www.active.com/donate/tntntx/tntntxJHuddle. You can donate online there and track my fundraising progress.
I will be sure to take some pictures at the 5k and put them up here, so check back for those.
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