Running - Day 11

Today I was scheduled for a short run, which this week means 2 miles. I knew ahead of time that my schedule would only permit the run if I got up early and hit the treadmill, which I don't really enjoy. Plus, I have been sleeping like total shit for the past few weeks, so I know it would be rough. Sure enough, I barely slept last night, so I was seriously dragging when I crawled out of bed at 5:00 this morning. But, I did it! I managed to get my 2 miles in with no walking. Now, I did fall asleep on the couch for 45 minutes after that, but at least I got my mileage in.

Day 11 - 2 Miles

Running - Day 10

Yesterday the weather was perfect for a run. Not too hot, not too cold, really sunny and no clouds. My training schedule actually called for yesterday to be a cross-training day, but I knew that today would probably be rainy, so Terri and I opted to swap the days around and take advantage of the weather. She ran 7 miles, and I met up with her at mile 3 and we did the last 4 miles together. It was good.

Day 10 - 4 Miles

Running - Day 9

Last night I went out and put in a 3-miler through Johnny Appleseed Park and onto the River Greenway. It's a great place to go for a run, as there are mile markers on the ground. Makes it super-easy to keep track of distance. The weather was pretty nice, but just a tad chilly. I had my ipod and some great tunes, but I think I was pacing myself to the music, and as such I was pushing myself a little harder than I meant to. My left knee was bothering me a bit by the end. I'll have to concentrate on not over-doing it. I certainly don't want to invite any injuries...

Day 9 - 3 Miles

Running - Day 8

This morning I got up early and put in a short 1.5 mile run. My schedule doesn't allow for me to run tonight, so I had to get it in this morning. I still don't like the treadmill, but it was cold, dark, and raining outside, so the treadmill was a necessary evil...

Day 8 - 1.5 Miles

Running - Day 7

This morning I went for a run with Terri, which I enjoyed thoroughly. Well, at least the fact that we were doing it together. The run was hard, but one of the main reasons I decided to start running was so that I would cultivate a hobby that would give us more in common; something that we could do and enjoy together.

Day 7 - 4 Miles

Running - Day 6

I missed yesterday due to parent-teacher conferences, so I went a little further today than my training schedule calls for. My calves hate me right now, but it's a good pain.

Day 6 - 4 Miles (ish)

Running - Day 5

It was just a short mile and a half this time, but it seemed a little easier than the first couple of days. But, I'm not sure I'll ever like running on the treadmill.

Day 5 - 1.5 Miles

Running - Days 3 and 4

So, the running is still happening. No giving up. I'm told that once you get past the first couple of weeks, it starts to get easier. I really want to do it, so maybe that helps.

Day 3 - 1.5 Miles
Day 4 - 3.5 Miles (on the treadmill, ugh)

Running - Days 1 and 2

So, I have started running. There were several motivating factors here that led me to this decision. First, I am tired of feeling, well, tired all the time. I believe firmly that not getting any real regular exercise is making me tired. Second, I am trying to cultivate interests that Terri and I can share (she runs). In fact, she has signed up for the Chicago marathon and the idea came up that I should do it also. A daunting thought for someone who has never really been a runner, but I think I am going to give it a shot!

Anyway, the stats (I am going to post my distances, mostly for my own reference).

Day 1 - 1.5 Miles
Day 2 - 3 Miles (approximately, might be a little less)

I'll start posting my times, once I start tracking them. For now, I am more concerned with actually getting through the distances.