Which by the way is not too fast... After a 5 year sabbatical from running I decided to take it up again. I no longer feel the need to take my kids, a triple jogger does exist but really am I going to push 80 pounds of kid around my neighborhood?! Nope! I tried to run a little when I first moved to Flag and was just pushing one kiddie but even then I didn't really get into it. I finally decided to get a babysitter and run on my own, I'm just not a stroller runner. Today was my first day; Leo fed, movie on, babysitter here and off I went. I'd like to say it was wonderful but when I looked at my watch 4 minutes into it and thought, REALLY?!, I remembered again how much work it takes before running is "fun." I finished 15 minutes later with a 19 minute first run under my belt, it will get better right? I have to stick with it long enough to be able to just take off for a 1/2 hour and not be sucking wind the whole way. Not too lofty of a goal?! I may even do a road race again someday, my 10 year old race t-shirts are getting rather holy!!
Even though it was not an easy run, I still enjoyed my 19 minutes of alone time and I can imagine how great it will be when I can think about something besides putting one foot in front of the other....
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Woo Hoo!! YES! It does get better. The first time I went this spring I could barely go a block without a walking break. I had to remind myself of what I used to tell all those people who would say "I can't beleive you run for fun, that's crazy!" and I would say "You don't go out and run 10 miles on your first day! You work up to it!" This time I was telling myself that! I think after ALL summer I can do 5 or 6 without the stroller, 3 with it. Happy Running!!
My life is so different now with two kids. I can hardly believe that I used to love running with a passion and didn't know what the word "tired" meant. Now, those days are more like a dream. So far, I've only gotten around to walking since Melanie was born. :o) I would really like to do a road race though. I need to find one I want to do and work up to it. Now, the hard part... finding the time to run since I don't have a double jogger. :o)I think you should choose a race you want to do so that you have some extra inspiration for your running. Like maybe a 5K turkey trot would be a good start.
Yeah! I didn't get to go much last week with so many sick kids. We are still doing our 1 1/2 mile route but it is getting easier. It is really the best route for Lea to ride her bike and avoid the busy roads and major hills. When she starts school and I just have the stroller I can pick a different route. Maybe I'll have to get up early to go.
Good for you to get back out there! I still remember trying to keep up with you those few mornings running on our mission. it is not my forte but you are great at it! smart lady for getting the sitter. i am sure it is well worth it! love ya!
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