Okay people, I am sick and tired of saying that I need to lose weight and get back into shape! Before I had Parker I lost 50 lbs, then had Parker and gained 45 lbs with that pregnancy. Lost 60 lbs, then had Logan and gained 50 lbs with that pregnancy! Here I am frustrated with my weight once again! (I know its a common woman thing, but seriously!!!)
Yesterday, Sam and I set a goal: To run a half marathon on January 19th, 2013. For those of you who know me, I do not like to run! However, this will give us something to continually work on and strive for!
(In case your curious, I originally suggested doing a 5K with Sam, but he was all "we have about 16 wks till then, lets do a half marathon". OMG!)
My plan: we are going to start running with the kids everyday and eat healthier. We are going to get a gym membership (hopefully at the rec center) to help us run when there is snow on the ground. We are going to find a 5K to sign up for in late Nov/ early Dec to help us gauge our ground. I am also going to post on the first Monday of each month how we are doing! This will help keep me accountable!
Please feel free to talk to me, give me suggestions, etc. that will help me along the way!
Also, for those of you out there that want to run with us please do! So far it's Mary, Sam and me that are running. Kathy (Sam's mom) is going to do the 5K that day as well!
Thanks for keeping me on my toes!
Kierstin
My advice... GOOD SHOES!! They are expensive but worth it. Keep track of the mileage on them and replace them when their time is up! Eat a diet made for runner. Get the right socks (not cotton) and sports bra! I feel your pain in that area haha! Read, read, read about running. It educates and helps to keep motivated! Stretch. If the rec center has a yoga class take it! You'll hurt in places you never knew you had but this is a good thing!
ReplyDeleteKeep your sister-in-law accountable!! GASP!!
I'm excited! I'm starting by running a mile and a half tomorrow for our department PT Test. Wish me luck!