Couch to 5K...Literally

Ericka's post about getting organized has prompted me to tell you all about my new exercise plan. I have been working out about 2 to 3 times a week for awhile now. Sometimes I skip a week or two...I'm not as dedicated as I would like to be. I went to the doctor last week, and I asked her about it, because I hadn't been losing much weight, and then I would put it right back on. So I have decided to try a combo of running and swimming. I hate running. Probably because I'm not good at it. at all. In 6th grade gym, one of our grades was based on our ability to run an 8 minute mile. I never made it. And I wasn't even big then! So I'm hoping that with practice, I will be good at running, and ultimately, enjoy it.

Today was the first day. I walked 5 minutes, then alternated 1 min running, 90 sec. walking for 20 more minutes. It was hard! I felt like I was going to throw up almost the whole time. I did think the running got more manageable as time went on-but I still felt like throwing up! I have to run this plan 3 times per week, and each week it changes. By the 9th week, I should be able to run 3 miles in 30 minutes. Keyword: SHOULD. We'll see. I signed up for a 5K on April 5th. That's 13 weeks away. So I should be able to do it. There's that key word again....

I am also guilty of over-eating. While we're on the subject of my unhealthy body, I'll just tell you: I eat too much. So I also have to work on my portions. When I eat at home, I eat healthy foods but I eat too much. That doesn't make it healthy.

I know this seems like a New Year's Resolution doomed for failure. The timing is right for that. But this has been a long time coming. I have been trying to figure out what works for me. Last year I did weight watchers but I felt too boxed in. I lost 13 lbs but I gained it all back. I am really trying to make a change. I am making changes in other areas of my life too.

Anyway, I just wanted to let you know about my plan so you can ask me about it each and every time you see me. And I can tell you that I'm doing well or totally messing it up.

The End.