First Day of Training...

Yesterday was my first day of training too...but I am already up to running 3-4 miles comfortably, so I decided just to jump into the training. This way, if I hit a wall and feel like I need to slow down the training schedule, I have the cushion to do so.

On the training schedule, Mondays are for stretching and strength. Normally, on Mondays I take a lifting class at my gym, so I didn't have to change anything from my normal routine as far as exercise goes. After the lifting class the gym offers a yoga/Pilate's type class that I am planning on adding in to my workout routine once I recover from the holidays. I didn't have 2 hours to spend at the gym yesterday after working 9! Especially since I haven't done laundry in who knows how long...

As far as eating goes, Jackie and I are really trying to work on our diets because it makes a big difference, according to a lot of people we have talked to who have run half marathons and marathons. My biggest challenge is going to be giving up soda and foods that are easy (aka freezer food). I think the eating part of this will be easier for me than it will be for Jackie because I live alone and am responsible for all of my own food choices.

Today, I'm going to run 3 miles outside in the 28 degree weather...it should be interesting.