New Running Shoes

So I’ve been on this “get in shape” kick for about 3 years now, with little success.  The problem always seems to be about time.  I just don’t have enough of it. Here’s the thing, I’m a routine person.  If I can get into a routine, then I’m good.  But if something disrupts that routine…

My right foot goes numb when I run

I feel like I’m just falling apart. I’ve been working out quite a lot lately.  Doing my training runs, going on extra walks, doing some weights and generally, just trying to be healthier. But it appears the more I do, the worse my body reacts. I’ve had this problem with my left ankle for a…

I hate running almost as much as the dentist…

and today I did both. Maybe I don’t HATE running.  Hate is such a strong word. Dislike. Disdain. Detest. Well, hate works. I’m still doing the “couch to 5K” training program. This week’s training kicks it up a notch, and had me running for 5 minutes straight. I’m not lying when I say, I don’t…

Running: Day 2- I’m still alive!

Day 2 of “official 5K training” is done. It was one of those days that I wasn’t sure would work with exercise! I worked late last night, early this morning and wanted to sleep instead of wake up early to go to the gym. I brought my exercise gear to work thinking I would get…

Spinning…and spinning…

I went spinning this morning. I try to go once a week, but it’s been a little hard to get there lately. Well, this year… Today I had to work late, so I got to go to the 9:45 a.m. class.  Let me tell you what, it made me want to be a stay-at-home mom!…

From couch to 5k: I run a 15 minute mile

FACT: I can hold my breath for longer than I can run. I’ve signed up for a 5K in the middle of April.  Hopefully it’s the motivation I need to really get healthy. Here’s the ugly truth…I’ve never ran a mile in life. I’ve always had asthma – since the day I was born. Growing…