Couch to 5k. Real or real dumb?

YOU CAN DO IT!

Last week, I began training for my first ever 5k.  Well, actually, I take that back. My friend Ellen and I did the Wrigley 5k a few years back, but we pretty much walked the whole way.  There was no training involved, and I didn’t feel like I really accomplished anything.  With that said, this one is going to be different.

I am committed to running the entirety of this race. But, how does one who is 10 pounds 25 pounds overweight and in horrible shape accomplish such a thing?  Well, it’s simple.  Get my ass up and running and STOP making excuses!  With the help of my new 5k app, excessively listening to Jillian Michaels podcast, Sophia’s 2.5 hour naps, lunch break workouts, a sweet ass playlist, and encouraging words from Costa (who is also training for this), I think I can do it!  

Last weekend was my first outdoor run and I loved it!  The cold air, Christmas decorations, and the sound of my loud ass elephant feet pounding the pavement gave me the motivation I needed!  Let’s just hope this lasts. Wish me luck.