Comments on: Slow down, you’re moving too fast

By: The Non-Student

The Non-Student — Sat, 27 Feb 2010 22:21:20 +0000

I think that workout plans, just like diets, are not a one-size-fits-all kind of deal. Good for you for adjusting and sticking with it. .-= The Non-Student´s last blog ..Learning the Ropes of Business Travel =-.

By: Karen

Karen — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 00:50:07 +0000

Stacey – I have tried to run with Howie, and I actually find he can be a little distracting. :( He’s great walking on a leash, but when I start running with him he gets too excited and starts pulling. I need to teach him to be a good running dog, though!

By: Stacey

Stacey — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 22:49:41 +0000

You should take your pup running with you! Maybe he’ll inspire you. ;)

By: Amy

Amy — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 21:28:43 +0000

I did my first 5k about 6 years ago, and I am working on my 3rd Half Marathon and a full Marathon this fall. There is this great thing that happens at the race…race day magic. What is impossible when you are alone, becomes totally realistic when you are surrounded by people that are suffering along with you. Keep going, you will be sooo proud when you finish.

By: Karo

Karo — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 19:22:15 +0000

Nothing wrong with finding your own pace and your own way. I was just starting to learn to run when I injured my knee last summer, and I'm still recovering, but looking forward to trying again this summer. You know what works best for your body and your goals, so as long as you keep at it, you'll get there. .-= Karo´s last blog ..Minimalism is a Big Idea =-.

By: Brittany

Brittany — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 15:05:27 +0000

Woo hoo! You can do it! You're right, it's all about taking it in manageable steps. My approach to races has always been similar to yours.. don't worry about times yet. Just try to run the whole thing and finish it. You can always worry about times next year when you have a base upon which to improve. And it's going to be so worth it. When you get to that finish line, you really are going to feel so great and proud of yourself for sticking with it! It's a rush. (And hopefully you'll even get a cool free T-shirt and other goodies to boot!) Good luck with the rest of your training. Meanwhile, we will be here cheering you on :) .-= Brittany´s last blog ..An Altered Outlook on Money =-.

By: frugalapolis

frugalapolis — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 12:45:32 +0000

Don’t give up. Running is fun and gets your endorphins pumped up to make you happy. Do you have a friend or family member to train with? Even if they don’t run, they could ride bike next to you to keep you going. Its also a lot more fun to run outside, rather than a gym. Just bundle up and its great to sweat outside when its cold.