Training - Day 1

The 122 day test began today. Will I be able to see something through all the way to the end - start to finish with no excuses in between? YES I will! I am going into this fully understanding the commitment it will take from me. I am totally aware of my personal flaws that can undermine my progress. Procrastination and Excuses. I am going to complete my training without procrastinating and without making excuses so I can successfully run 26.2 miles at the end of all of this. That is the goal.

Today was day 1 of my marathon training. The goal was to run an easy 3 miler - there was nothing easy about it. The alarm went off at 5am and I was out the door at 5:15. The weather was awesome. No wind - cool temps. The kids did not wake during the night so I got a full 6 hours of zzz's. Conditions seemed ideal for day 1 of training. Why was it so hard? I was not prepared - didn't think I needed to prepare for a simple 3. Going forward there will be some lifestyle changes implemented.

Hydrate, hydrate, hydrate! I really wish wine counted - but I'm sure it only makes things worse. Water will be my new friend.

A better diet. Jeff and I are doing this one together. We both have weight loss goals and I'm sure we'll be able to keep each other on track and offer support when needed. We will reach our goals by the end of this then vacation somewhere warm to show off our new skinny selves. But, I can't believe how difficult it is to cut out the foods I've become accustomed to eating. If I could have cheeseburgers and fries 3 meals a day every day I would be so happy. Tell me I have to eat fruits and veggies - and I don't hate them - it just makes me sad having to eat them and give up (cut back on) the stuff I love to eat.

Get plenty of rest. With my alarm going off at 5am now - and earlier as we progress through training - I will have to get my butt in bed earlier. I love to unwind on the couch after everything is done and the kids are in bed. I could stay there for hours if there are shows on the tivo and wine to drink. But, for the next 16 weeks my time to unwind will be greatly reduced. Possibly one show - one glass of wine - then off to bed.

That is all for now - I'll let you know how day 2 goes.