Setting a realistic goal for the first time.
My first step towards learning to run like my kids was to pick a goal. Running a marathon before turning 30 was my goal; then I was pregnant at 30, so I made it a marathon by 35. Last year I was aiming at running Melissa’s 1/2 marathon. I did complete the 10k but not as I had planned (read about it in The Calgary Beacon). I have finally set a goal and I have 2 years and 10 weeks to reach it – possible.
My goal is to run the Maui marathon, September 2013. Even better, Dave is going to run it with me.
We have enlisted our trainer, Lynnell of Hot Fox Fitness, the most amazing trainer you could ever ask for, and we have broken it down with more realistic, short term goals.
The first step is to work the program Lynnell has set up for us and lose as much weight as possible this year so that my knees will be ready to start running in the new year.
Here is the schedule. Don’t forget to check up on me.
March 2012 – 5 k
May 2012 – 10k Mother’s Day run
Sept 2012 – Melissa’s 1/2 marathon (this one has been a long time goal)
Sept 2013 – Maui marathon
Dave is trying to convince me to add some triathlons in there in 2013. Perhaps, once I am comfortable being seen in a bathing suit again we will discuss it.
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