OK! Tonight was the first night of the running club. I was rather apprehensive all day wondering just how hard this running thing would be. Turns out in some ways it was every horrid thing I expected and in other ways it was fantastic.
The Good: I met some great folks although they are all considerably younger. Our "coach" was a great motivator and carefully laid out the 6 week plan. She was inspiring, yet realistic about what each of us could accomplish. Each week we will get to run new routes so that we do not become bored...I like that a lot. Now that I am home, had some supper, had my cup of chai tea, I am actually feeling pretty satisfied with the expended energy.
There were several folks who ran with no problem and aced the 1.5 mile run. Then there was a small group of 3 who struggled, but did just fine. The final group of 3 did more walking than running, but seemed to have a good time. Then there was me...I ran alone in between the two groups. Should be interesting to see which group I finally land in.
The Bad: I ran 1.5 miles, which is farther than I have gone at one time since I did the Turkey Trot through Balboa Park last Thanksgiving. OMG the idea of running for 2 min and then do a walk/recovery for 1 min is a push for me. I wish it was the other way around...
The Ugly: I just plain HATE to sweat! How can I run and not sweat? I just don't have the internal drive for this. I can't seem to find the motivator. Hope something clicks soon, so i don't give up on it.
Clearly, the Good out ways the Bad and the Ugly, so I guess I just keep at it. How are you doing with your training and getting healthy?
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