Couch to 5k Training Week 3

I DID IT! I’ve ended my week 3. This week had more running with intervals of three minutes and 90 seconds – walk and running.  It was easier at the beginning of the week, however, I was having trouble with motivation. It also seemed to get harder by the third day.

Day 1. I [...]

Couch to 5k Training Week 2

I did it! I got back on the treadmill after a two day rest. I was actually looking forward to it. It also helps to have lots of friends to encourage you along the journey, and I have the best. Thank you.

Day 4. I went from 60 seconds (last week) to 90 second [...]

Couch to 5k Training Week 1

In January 2010, I said I was going to run my first 5k. Well, it didn’t happen, and to tell you the truth, I’m not sure if it’s going to happen this year either.

Motivation is such a hard thing to grasp, and to hold onto. I’m an on/off kind of smoker. I smoked [...]

Good Intentions

The Boy and I decided to hit North Park for a relaxing bike ride after work. We go into the bike rental around 6:30. The rental attendant says that they close around 7 PM now that it’s getting darker, and if we could have the bikes back by then. Well, if you remember from [...]

I think I can…

The Boy and I ventured out on Sunday to North Park.  Recalling our recent canoeing trip, he says, “Want to get a tandem bike and fight?” I gave him a look (that only women can do) and we rented two bikes.

I thought, “This is going to be fun.” Not a half mile into [...]