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Thanks Kathy. It does look like a huge storm. I just watched the 10:00 news and they said for us to expect 6 inches of rain and in some places 10. Wind in excess of 40mph, and possible tornadoes. If you look as the storm heads to northeast Texas. You will notice when the tropical storm makes a turn to the right, that is where I live. We are really far north, so we will get nothing compared to south Texas, but for the first time that I can remember we are under tropical storm warnings. Pretty wild. It looks like the storming is gaining in strength. We will be fine. just keep praying for those in south Texas. Man, it looks like they are in for it!!

Georgia, So glad you are back. I have missed you so much!! Mamato, So glad to here from you. We are all thinking about you. Hoping things are lots better soon. I didn't run today. Ate chinese food tonight. What is up with me???? I have got to get my butt in gear. DH plays the guitar and sings. Today he bought me a tshirt that says, "Support Local Music...Sleep with a Misician" TOO funny. He really wants me to wear it. OMGosh!! It is a medium and fits, but it is a little tight in the boobs. Also, I fit in a pair of size 10 jeans. WOO HOO! ! I talked myself out of buying them because my TT is soon and then they won't fit, but I thought maybe trying on clothes would motivate me. It usually does. I bout a pretty shirt that is also a size medium. Now, I just have to get in gear. PS is too soon to slack off. We are gearing up for Ike. It should hit the coast tonight and the eye is supposed to go through here tommorow. It is goign to be moving fast, so our greatest threat is tornadoes. Today all the gas stations in town were packed. We filled up, bought groceries and got a little cash. I think we are good to go. They are also predicting 50 - 60 mph winds. If we have strong winds we usually lose electricity because our big beautiful east Texas trees fall on the power lines. So, if we lose power I won't be on for awhile, but I will be thinking of all of you. Maybe it will do like Gustav and move out of our direction. Looks like it is going to be a pretty big storm....

The podrunner really helped me alot in the beginning when we were doing shorter intervals. Knowing when to start/stop. now that we are running for longer periods of time, I prefer my own music. Singing in my head and knowing the words seems to help distract me from the monotony that running sometimes becomes for me. I don't even really care how far or long I run. As long as I am running and pushing myslef I am making positive changes in my life. I am trying to learn to listen to my body. I know when I have had a good workout and when I quit before I have pushed myself as far as I desire to. I don't need a watch or treadmill distance screen to tell me that. I am sooooo ready to beginning living without being so focused on pounds and minutes ran, etc. I just want to enjoy the journey more. Takes the stress away. I can't believe I am even typing that. It just seems that I am having a shift in focus, in a good way.

Kathy, YOu r pictures look great!! Keep it up. Leslie, You are NOT a failure. That is the stinkin thinkin that led to our being overweight to start with. You are losing weight like crazy. Yes, I hope you get back to the gym soon, but if you never run again you are part of this support group!!!!!! I miss your comments. No more lurking. I am no longer doing the c25K. I just get ont he treadmill and run. I thought about going to the next podrunner for the 8K, but I think I am going to stay right here for a little while. This thread has turned into so much more than a c25k thread, so don't you go ANYWHERE!!!! Way to go on the weightloss! I am still so stuck! I ran today. Only 25 minutes, but it was at 5.5 so that was pretty good. I need to slow down and run longer. maybe next time!!

I am getting off my rump and getting on the treadmill after this post. I am adding healthy carbs back. I just don't have the energy without them. I am running a 5K on Sep 20. I registered for it this week. i can't slow down now. Georgia, I hope you are getting settled in your new house. Sure do miss you!! Where is everybody!!! Mamato, Leslie, SugarBean, Bonnie, Tootie????? Whosya, what great running goals are you working towards these days?? I miss everyone's posts. Come guys, we can all do this, and if you aren't let us support you and help you get going again. I know I need a swift kick in the butt right now. Besides, if you are missing the x rated posts of Lyn and I lately then you are really missing out (or maybe we scared you away. LOL)

I'm staying on plan today because I haven't the last few days and I don't want to revert to old habits!

Jeannie, I don't remember which week it was, but I had a very hard time with the 20 minute run. It seems that we al reach a week that really stretches us. Once you get over that hump it seems to get better, not easy by any stretch, but more doable. Hang in there!! We are rooting for you!! I didn't exercise again today. I don't know what is up with me????? I am really tired too. My doctor recommended I go back to low carb/ reduced carb to get the last bit off before surgery. I think it is leaving me too zapped. Either that or I just need to get off my butt and do it!!

I must say, it was the most fun I've had on a 4 wheeler. :thumbup:

This is too funny. I also get a sore butt, especially when I am exercising. Sit ups, anything where I am lying on the floor. Also, if I sleep on my side I wake up with a very sore shoulder. It is an amazing feeling to start feeling bones. LOL Often when DH gets home from work I will say, "Look, I found another bone!!" I just love it!! I thought all I had was fluff.

BTW, I have had a non exercise, eating what I want kind of day. Oh my. It is rainy here and I have rearranged furniture and laid around all day!! I will get my butt in gear tommorow.

Kathy, I can relate to what you are talking about. I stay home as well. until a year ago I worked outside the home, and until the past few years earned most of our income. DH got a much better job and we decided that I should stay home. I made 50K a year, so this has been a big adjustment. It seems lately that money just gets tighter and tighter. I also get bumbed about it, but I know I am supposed to be home with the kids. Man i hate being broke. I have also been offered 2 jobs in the last month. DH thought I should turn them down. I love being at home. I would just love to relieve the financial burden a little. I have thought about working a couple of days a week. DH jsut really wants me at home, especially when he comes home to find me on the 4 wheeler. LOL

HeatherO, You weight loss is very impressive. I was losing really fast and seem to have hit a plateau. What does your routine look like?? Eating, exercise, etc. Congrats on your weightloss. You look great!!

I'm staying on plan today because I want to look my very, very best!!

Oh Lyn, That is soooo funny!! You always crack me up!! BEWARE......WAY TMI!!! Ok, It is probably way inappropriate to share this on this thread, but I just couldn't resist. You all will understand the significance of this more than anyone so I just have to share. Last night I put on my sports bra(it holds the girls up better than any other), a tight fitting tshirt and some of those very short cotton short (you know, the ones that don't even cover your backside). Ok, all dressed and ready for DH to come home. We love to ride 4 wheelers and DH's 4 wheeler is in the carport at the back of the house where he parks. When I knew he was fixing to be home I put a small banket over the 4wheeler and sat in a seductive manner on his 4wheeler. He got home and didn't even look toward the carport. As he walked by I wistled at him. The look of shock on his face was priceless. The rest I will leave to your imagination. This is SO out of character for me, but I have to say, I felt so attractive and free spirited. Last night he said that I have a sparkle in my eyes that has been gone for a long, long time, and that the fiesty spirit is coming back!! I told him that he better watch out, after my tt there is no telling where he might find me waiting for him!!:biggrin: Ok, planning to run outside today. It's raining. Will run on treadmill later. Cleaning house and rearranging furniture this morning!!

I went on to week 8 Kathy. I am like you, I like running distance better than interval. There is something about stopping and starting that breaks my momentum. My MIL just came and got the boys for the night. I am going to run outside when it cools off a little. DH will be home at 9:30 tonight. Maybe I will suprise him with a little "creativity" when he gets home. He and I all alone.....that never happens.

Luluc, Size 4!! You go girl. Kathy, Way to go on the weight loss. We jsut got back from our little weekend away. I ran outside while we were there. I LOVED running outside, but the resort we were at is VERY hilly. I only ran for 33 minutes and had to walk a couple of times during that. After we got through DH and I drove to see how far. Only 2.2 miles. YUCK. DH told me that I should be very proud. He said that I tried to go from a treadmill to prfessional runner grade hills. LOL. He is so funny, but it was VERY hilly.. Even when going downhill it was really steep and my feet seemed to slam on the pavement. Well, today my legs are sore and I have shin splints. I don't remember when I was sore last, so I must have exerted myslef even if only for 2.2 miles. I HAVE GOT TO RUN OUTSIDE MORE!! Hope everyone is having a great weekend!! Amy

I am staying on plan today because I am have ps on October 24 and I want to lose 18 pounds of fat by then!!

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I say go for it Kathy!! My first (and only) 5K, I didn't run anywhere near all of it, and I can't describe the feeling of accomplishment when I crossed the finish line. I SAY RUN IT!!!!!!! While we are out of town this weekend I will be able to do Saturday's run outside. i can't wait. I have done this whole thing on the treadmill and it gets really boring once you are up to longer distances. DH leaves so early in the morning and gets home so late it is just hard to run outdoors. I have got to find a way!!

Lyn, enjoy your relaxing evening. We all need one every once in awhile.

2 days in a row. Beware Kathy, you are starting to sound like me!! :tt2:

Leslie, Sounds like you had a great day. Moving is the key. Don't be hard on yourself for not running. You did an hour of exercise and that is GREAT!! Glad you are back on the wagon. 6 pounds in one week!! You are doing something right!!

Luluc, You are doing great!! It is so much work to do the training with running. I have added back my Jillian dvd's and an upper body weight training, and I have found that it is harder to complete my runs. My muscles just feel tired. You have always been such a motivation to me. Keep it up girl!! Having said that, I was able to complete my 35 minute run today. I was afraid with TOM I wouldn't be able to finish. It was TOUGH, but it is done. Now just weights for my arms left for today. Leslie, I noticed your weight loss on another thread!! YOU ROCK!! How are your runs going?? Have a great day everyone. BTW, I talked to the doctor's office today and my PS is tentatively set for Oct 24, pending ok by the GYN who will do my tubal. I am counting down!!

I took GasX and walked. The GasX didn't seem to help alot, but walking did. Walking gets the gas to moving. Gas was the only post op problem that I had. I think that is very common. Just keep moving. You will love the c25K when you are ready. Right now just concentrate on recovery. Welcome to this journey!!

health, start when your doctor releases you to run. I would definately ask the doctor. Until then walk. Walking will help with the soreness and will also help with gas pain. I have learned the hard way, but it is very important to listen to your body!!