I used to be a bit of an exercise fiend back when I was a much thinner version of myself. I would often work out 2-3 hours a day and enjoyed it, very rarely did I think of it as a chore. It remained that way for a long time until I got into a terrible car accident. I walked away with minor bruises, but the car was totaled. It had a profound effect on me and I think that in part started my downward spiral into eating for comfort. I also stopped exercising and very quickly gained 20 pounds. It’s been a battle ever since.
My work out routine used to consist of the following: bike for an hour, then elliptical, step-mill or stair climber for an hour, ending with 45 minutes of weights and some stretching (a bit intense but I loved it). I was never a runner; I would admire runners and wish I could do the same. I don’t know why I never tried. Because running has always been a goal of mine, I started the Couch to 5K program this week. So far so good. To think that in approximately 9 weeks I will be able to run 5 km is just amazing to me.
Happy St. Patrick’s Day!
I love the couch to 5k program. It really works. Just like you, I love to work out and always admired runners. Let me know how it goes w/ c25k. :)
ReplyDeleteI must get around to trying that one day - the couch to 5k. I think you're fab for getting in there and doing it!
ReplyDeletekeep us posted on the C25K I had started...but now am backed off the running for a good month due to the surgery. Hope to pick it up again.
ReplyDeleteThanks for all your comments - much appreciated!