I did it.

Hey, friends!  

I just wanted to let you all know that I did it!  

I started the Couch 2 5K running program this morning and I think 

I even snagged a few of my great friends to join me!  YAY!

SOOOOOO excited!

Today it was in the 90's, so that was my FIRST hurdle!  Starting!  

For all of you wondering how the program works, here's the schedule.

Week	Workout 1	Workout 2	Workout 3
1	Brisk five-minute warmup walk. Then alternate 60 seconds of jogging and 90 seconds of walking for a total of 20 minutes.	Brisk five-minute warmup walk. Then alternate 60 seconds of jogging and 90 seconds of walking for a total of 20 minutes.	Brisk five-minute warmup walk. Then alternate 60 seconds of jogging and 90 seconds of walking for a total of 20 minutes.
2	Brisk five-minute warmup walk. Then alternate 90 seconds of jogging and two minutes of walking for a total of 20 minutes.	Brisk five-minute warmup walk. Then alternate 90 seconds of jogging and two minutes of walking for a total of 20 minutes.	Brisk five-minute warmup walk. Then alternate 90 seconds of jogging and two minutes of walking for a total of 20 minutes.
3	Brisk five-minute warmup walk, then do two repetitions of the following: Jog 200 yards (or 90 seconds) Walk 200 yards (or 90 seconds) Jog 400 yards (or 3 minutes) Walk 400 yards (or three minutes)	Brisk five-minute warmup walk, then do two repetitions of the following: Jog 200 yards (or 90 seconds) Walk 200 yards (or 90 seconds) Jog 400 yards (or 3 minutes) Walk 400 yards (or three minutes)	Brisk five-minute warmup walk, then do two repetitions of the following: Jog 200 yards (or 90 seconds) Walk 200 yards (or 90 seconds) Jog 400 yards (or 3 minutes) Walk 400 yards (or three minutes)
4	Brisk five-minute warmup walk, then: Jog 1/4 mile (or 3 minutes) Walk 1/8 mile (or 90 seconds) Jog 1/2 mile (or 5 minutes) Walk 1/4 mile (or 2-1/2 minutes) Jog 1/4 mile (or 3 minutes) Walk 1/8 mile (or 90 seconds) Jog 1/2 mile (or 5 minutes)	Brisk five-minute warmup walk, then: Jog 1/4 mile (or 3 minutes) Walk 1/8 mile (or 90 seconds) Jog 1/2 mile (or 5 minutes) Walk 1/4 mile (or 2-1/2 minutes) Jog 1/4 mile (or 3 minutes) Walk 1/8 mile (or 90 seconds) Jog 1/2 mile (or 5 minutes)	Brisk five-minute warmup walk, then: Jog 1/4 mile (or 3 minutes) Walk 1/8 mile (or 90 seconds) Jog 1/2 mile (or 5 minutes) Walk 1/4 mile (or 2-1/2 minutes) Jog 1/4 mile (or 3 minutes) Walk 1/8 mile (or 90 seconds) Jog 1/2 mile (or 5 minutes)
5	Brisk five-minute warmup walk, then: Jog 1/2 mile (or 5 minutes) Walk 1/4 mile (or 3 minutes) Jog 1/2 mile (or 5 minutes) Walk 1/4 mile (or 3 minutes) Jog 1/2 mile (or 5 minutes)	Brisk five-minute warmup walk, then: Jog 3/4 mile (or 8 minutes) Walk 1/2 mile (or 5 minutes) Jog 3/4 mile (or 8 minutes)	Brisk five-minute warmup walk, then jog two miles (or 20 minutes) with no walking.
6	Brisk five-minute warmup walk, then: Jog 1/2 mile (or 5 minutes) Walk 1/4 mile (or 3 minutes) Jog 3/4 mile (or 8 minutes) Walk 1/4 mile (or 3 minutes) Jog 1/2 mile (or 5 minutes)	Brisk five-minute warmup walk, then: Jog 1 mile (or 10 minutes) Walk 1/4 mile (or 3 minutes) Jog 1 mile (or 10 minutes)	Brisk five-minute warmup walk, then jog 2-1/4 miles (or 25 minutes) with no walking.
7	Brisk five-minute warmup walk, then jog 2.5 miles (or 25 minutes).	Brisk five-minute warmup walk, then jog 2.5 miles (or 25 minutes).	Brisk five-minute warmup walk, then jog 2.5 miles (or 25 minutes).
8	Brisk five-minute warmup walk, then jog 2.75 miles (or 28 minutes).	Brisk five-minute warmup walk, then jog 2.75 miles (or 28 minutes).	Brisk five-minute warmup walk, then jog 2.75 miles (or 28 minutes).
9	Brisk five-minute warmup walk, then jog 3 miles (or 30 minutes).	Brisk five-minute warmup walk, then jog 3 miles (or 30 minutes).	The final workout! Congratulations! Brisk five-minute warmup walk, then jog 3 miles (or 30 minutes).

Today I walked for 90 seconds and then jogged for 60, just like the plan says, 

for a total of  20 minutes.  

I was BEAT after jogging.  Pretty pathetic, huh?  Oh well, that's why it's called TRAINING!  I'm hoping to grab some friends and run a 5K later this year!

FUNNY STORY.

Have you ever been out walking, jogging, running and been SO exhausted, but then you see{or hear} some traffic coming so you SUCK.IT.UP. and keep going even though inside you're ready to drop!?!  

LOL

I did that today when A FRIEND of mine drove by!  

Yes, Jessica, it's you if you're reading this!

I'm pretty sure I was tuuuuurtle speed going UPHILL when I saw her approaching, sweat dripping off of my face, no smile in sight from me.  That is until I saw...the car.  Instant perkiness, huge smile, higher energy...at least for the few seconds until she passed.  teehee

I can't wait until I can just run and not feel like collapsing, but I'll get there!  I would LOVE it if you would join me!

When I got home, the kids were still alive and there were no fires, smoke alarms ringing,  or major injuries to report, so that was also encouraging!  It's always a gamble when you leave the FAB FOUR alone.  :-) 

{Actually, my husband was sleeping at home, but you never do know.}

When I came in from making a fool of myself my first jog, I drank some Shaklee PHYSIQUE.  It is an amazing recovery drink! 

Here are some FACTS...

After workout: Shaklee Physique^®

{Pure} Recovery Shake

HIGH OCTANE FUEL FOR RAPID RECOVERY Shaklee Physique is a pure, natural, high-octane fuel for rapid muscle recovery, endurance, and strength. The intelligent-release protein blend and unique protein-to-carb ratio: Allow your body to absorb a full spectrum of amino acids over time Help build firm, lean muscles Help restore muscle energy Support muscle repair Clinically Proven Physique with BIO-BUILD®, a unique blend of protein and carbohydrate sources, has been clinically proven to naturally activate and enhance the body’s recovery process after exercise. Shaklee Physique® Improves Recovery! Recover faster! Recover more completely! Physique restores energy to your muscles when taken immediately after working out and again two hours later. I took it knowing  that it would take care of my muscle aches and pains from starting a new regimen.  It is REALLY amazing! I also drank some Shaklee Performance. A {pure} hydration electrolyte drink that has NO artificial sweeteners, preservatives or flavors.  It is MORE effective and safe than your typical electrolyte drink, and even better, it's cheaper.  Click here to check it out! Anyway, I did it, and I was reminded of a line from a movie that I love. Never despise meager beginnings.  They can lead to great things! Interested in joining me? Email me @ wildewood6@yahoo.com! Have a wonderful day! Blessings,  xoxoxo

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