SO I HAVE A VISION!

[1hubby2kids]

I have a vision of being able to take part in a 5k in 2012. I have set a few goals for myself to help get me there.

I heard of a program called Couch to 5k that allows you to train your body to do a 5k by the end of the 9 weeks. (coolrunning.com, click on Couch to 5k). I have 1 more day left and I will have completed the program on a treadmill. I need to focus next on speed because I am only able to jog at 3.7 speed, so I am only completing 2.20 miles and a 5k is 3.106. So, I realize that I need to work on my speed. My next step is to start the whole program all over on an actual track because we all know that the treadmill does half the work for you, but that's what I needed to do to start, being that I have never been a runner, let alone a jogger....giggle. Weight is a huge issue for me. I realize the less weight that I have on my body, the more easier this will be for me. I currently am down to 233. I would need to lose at least 50 more pounds.

I went to see a race today in Strongsville. People that I never thought would be able to compete were there. It was exciting for me to watch as each person came in their own place. One in particular person stood out to me as I watched the last few finish the race. I came up to this person and told her how proud of her I was, never having laid eyes on her before. She told me that she decided that this was going to be the year for her to do this. She said that she took part in this not caring if she finished last, but the fact that she was going to finish! This was so inspiring for me!

As you view this, I would appreciate any words of encouragement, motivation, and feedback. Thank you all!

[Lb128f]

Mar. 20, 2011 at 12:48 AM

Good Luck! It sounds like you are well on your way!!!

[shivasgirl]

Mar. 20, 2011 at 12:27 PM

awesome! May I friend you to see your progress?

 

[VintageWife]

Mar. 20, 2011 at 3:16 PM

That is really exciting! Congrats!

[goins1119]

Mar. 20, 2011 at 7:00 PM

I commend you on making a goal for yourself and having the determination and dedication to see you goal through to completion. I have faith in you that not only will you make it, but that you will encourage others as well. Good luck!

[dabsbeauty]

Mar. 21, 2011 at 4:35 AM

The Power of a Vision is Extreme... take one step at a time... you will get better every single day if you just keep working at it. Excellence is a wonderful and endless pursuit that will take you as far as you want to go... one step at a time.

I too have faith in you that not only will you make it, but that you will encourage others as well.

JUST DO IT!

Donna