Maddie, enjoying the sunshine!

Busy, Busy Day...

So, it was a gorgeous day here in the neighborhood (Cramerton). I feel like I had a really productive day. I took my dog Maddie for a 1.25 mile walk and then took her home and then I did my C25k training. It was a little bit more difficult this time around, I did it outside instead of on the treadmill..but, I felt really good afterwards! I'm pumped to start Week 2! I need to get my diet in track so I can start losing weight! I'm feeling better from the exercise, so now I need to get my eating habits in check!

Once I was finished with my training..I ran inside and got ready to go. Kristy, Lisa, and I all went to Charlotte and registered to the Avon Walk for Breast Cancer. I'm super excited! Somehow, we decided to make me the Team Captain for our team the Streetwalkers (Kristy's idea!)..so i'm pumped..we need to finish the online registration process and then we can start hitting people up for money, and training..though I am already feeling good since I'm working on my 5k's!

So, now I'm trying to think of ideas for fundraising..so far we've thought of a raffle, using Cici's Pizza and possibly some other things. I'm actually going to post my blog for once onto my facebook account..so, any ideas?

It was a Lovely Saturday!

Stretching is IMPORTANT!

So..struggled to remember to stretch before I ran the gym this afternoon. My legs were definitely burning this time around. I need to remember to stretch. I do not want to burn out early on and give up. I am proud to say that I didn't give up on the program while I was running...I pushed through the pain. I do need to look into new shoes soon...I think these are coming to the end of their run..hehe...no pun intended. I love them though, I totally recommend working out with nike+ shoes with an ipod. I like being able to listen to the music and knowing exactly how far I have gone and how many calories I have burned. I also like the "power song" option. My power song is "That's Not My Name" by the Ting Tings. Good motivation song.

Just thinking about being able to run is getting me so excited! I want this so bad! Can't wait to be considered a runner! This year I'm training for a 5k..next year maybe a 1/2 marathon!

Time for a shower and watching a movie in bed! Night!

Day 1: The Beginning

Day 1! I know its a crappy picture, but I just came back from working out and walking Maddie! :D

W1D1

So..I'm feeling inspired to write this blog because I have started a new program to get myself motivated to get in shape. I'm doing the Couch to 5K training program. I've always wanted to run, and I finally want to work towards doing it. I'm excited. I did my first day and I think it went pretty well. I walked for 5 minutes to warm up and then I alternated 60 seconds of running and 90 seconds of walking (at a brisk rate). It wasn't too bad...I'm sure its going to get harder, but it makes me feel inspired to continue on the program. I need to take the day off tomorrow and find something different to do for a workout. Maybe I'll do some stretching and use weights.

Also, my first form of motivation is signing up for the Run for the Money in Gastonia. That way I have a sense of obligation to be training for something. So once I get paid this weekend, I'm going to sign up! :D

-Christine