Ok, I tried this once before and got way to eager. I started moving quicker than designed. This time I will follow the guidelines.

If you are not familiar with a Couch to 5K, it is a plan to go from not running at all to running 5k (3.2 miles) in only 2 months. It is very doable and such a great feeling of accomplishment. I ran/walked a 5k in May and it was one of the most rewarding things I have done in many years.

Here is the link to the info.. If anyone is interested in training together just join in.

Cool Running :: The Couch-to-5K Running Plan

We will start on Monday, June 29.

Let's get ready to MOVE!!!!!!:tt2:

I would rather have Bob train me any day. He is fine.

Ok maybe I'm a weirdo, but I would want Jillian. She just looks awesome and so tough. Bob looks too much like a softy and played into the drama a little much.

Ok maybe I'm a weirdo, but I would want Jillian. She just looks awesome and so tough. Bob looks too much like a softy and played into the drama a little much.

Well, I'm a weirdo too then, lol. I would much rather have Jillian. I'm not a Bob fan, at all. Bob seems to care too much about having all blue team members in the finals than their actual health to me.

I'm just glad Heba didn't make the finale, because she would have won.

Ok, I don't follow The Biggest Loser too closely, so I'm not up on all the drama. I watched one episode this season and then last nights final. But what bothers me is all the coniving, skeeming and politicing. I have to say, when the last 5 "at home" challengers were being weighed, I was so impressed with their success... and some of them had higher % losses than the actual winner. Interesting!

Lyn... how's your treadmill working?

Treadmill is ok, but a little boring. I am starting with my new personal trainer at 0530 tomorrow morning. I had to change gyms. This one is about 10 minutes closer to my house. I n the morning every minute counts. I had a female personal trainer last year. She was great- but I think toward the end I was able to get away with things.

This new trainer is a guy. I am a little intimadated- which is good for me. Otherwise I will try to manipulate my way out of the hard stuff. (Hey at least I recognize it - not proud of it)

I have told him I need him to really push me. (Why did I do that)

I am back to 164lbs. and seem to be back on track. Wow it is hard to get back at it when there is a break

I feels so much better when I am balanced.

I look forward to spring weather runs.

Went to the dr for a follow up with the port pain. Still a bit sore, but he told me "No running for 1 week"! What!??? I want to die, going stir crazy!

Never thought I would feel that way, but I am worried about not running and getting out of the habit, I know how easy it can be to make excuses! Argh!

Just had to vent! Happy running this week! I will hit the road again next Wednesday.

Lyn... good for you on the personal trainer. I'm imagining a really good looking, drill sargent type of trainer... LOL! Hows the interviewing? When in Jan will they make a decision? I hear you on the treadmill... but I think I will eventually overcome the mental block I have with it.

Kristen... ughhhh, just when you've built a routine. But don't worry, you really don't lose it that fast, just be sure to jump right back on the running train when you can.

Ok, I was all set to do the Resolution Run on New Years Eve --- got the babysitter, but now my DH is working until 6pm, and the run starts at 5:30! So it doesn't look like we can.

Christmas is just a week away, and I'm so stressed! This has been a really hard year for me and my DH. I lost my dad in Jan., my job in June, no money, struggling to keep my home, and then finally getting a job - so a light at the end of the tunnel. But, very challenging overall!

I've had to be blunt with my family and friends when they go on about "what am I getting the kids, or their kids or each other" for Christmas. I have to tell them that this is a a time to celebrate the birth of Jesus and the love of our family. That its not a time to go crazy with spending, but to share in the things we have to praise. Funny how in this challenging time for the world, that that message is not really clear. Ok, my rant (and stressout) is over!

I've had to be blunt with my family and friends when they go on about "what am I getting the kids, or their kids or each other" for Christmas. I have to tell them that this is a a time to celebrate the birth of Jesus and the love of our family. That its not a time to go crazy with spending, but to share in the things we have to praise. Funny how in this challenging time for the world, that that message is not really clear. Ok, my rant (and stressout) is over!

Kathy, it's the same for us this year. I didn't get to spend near as much as I usually do. We've been living on one income for almost 3 years now, and this has been the hardest year yet. We are focusing on celebrating Jesus' birth and family too. We always do, but even more so this year.

I can't believe Christmas is less than a week away...time is flying by.

We are really cutting back on spending this year as well. I got this cool idea from my sister. I usually buy LOTS for dalton at Christmas. It really is ridiculous. Anyway, this year we are getting 3 gifts for each kid and for each other. Why 3?? Because the wise men brought 3 gifts to Baby Jesus. We always read the Christmas story each year, but this year we are going to incorporate more of our gift giving around celebrating the ultimate gift that was given to us. We are really struggling on 1 income right now. There is no overtime and it jsut seems to be a hard time of the year. In a way though, it is really good because it has caused me to put everything in perspective. Less is sometimes more!!

This sounds so great, But I am more at from the couch to walking!:woot: I have had my husband drag in the tredmill and I try to do at least 20 mins my lower back craps up so bad I am in tears.:sad: The crapping stays and does "start" to fade until I sit. I know it's all my weight. Do you think I can do this? :biggrin: I know nothing about how fast/time/heart rates ect... I would love to do this, but I dont want to lie to myself that I can, if I can't. (dont mean to be a downer ether.)

Thanks

Renewed, we read the Christmas story each year too. It's been a tradition in my family for a long time. We go over to my mom and dad's on Christmas day and we always read the Christmas story from the bible before opening gifts there. It's been a special tradition for me and I hope it will be for my son too.

What a neat idea about getting 3 gifts....very cool!

This sounds so great, But I am more at from the couch to walking!:woot: I have had my husband drag in the tredmill and I try to do at least 20 mins my lower back craps up so bad I am in tears.:sad: The crapping stays and does "start" to fade until I sit. I know it's all my weight. Do you think I can do this? :biggrin: I know nothing about how fast/time/heart rates ect... I would love to do this, but I dont want to lie to myself that I can, if I can't. (dont mean to be a downer ether.)

Thanks

this is a great way and reason to set goals for yourself! you've just set your first realistic goal...as you can see so many others have done and you can too!

Ok, I tried this once before and got way to eager. I started moving quicker than designed. This time I will follow the guidelines.

If you are not familiar with a Couch to 5K, it is a plan to go from not running at all to running 5k (3.2 miles) in only 2 months. It is very doable and such a great feeling of accomplishment. I ran/walked a 5k in May and it was one of the most rewarding things I have done in many years.

Here is the link to the info.. If anyone is interested in training together just join in.

Cool Running :: The Couch-to-5K Running Plan

We will start on Monday, June 29.

Let's get ready to MOVE!!!!!!:woot:

OK I am IN!!! :woot::biggrin::sad: (lots of emotion can you tell? lol)

I plan on doing this as soon as I'm fully recovered from surgery but wow you guys.. running. I haven't ran since I was like 8. lol

Confused... I don't know what your current physical condition is, but if your back is cramping up while walking, I'd suggest you find out why before starting running. Weight could be the main cause, but is there other issues. Then, make sure your stretch. There are lots of stretching exercises you can do the losen the muscles in your back. Once you're comfortable with that, go for the C25k program! Its amazing.

Bethm... good for you! I hated the thought of running, now I love it.

Welcome both of you!

Renewed... I love the 3 gifts idea! The kids are so into the Christmas Story this year that it would make so much sense! On Tuesday my DD brought home from school the "Joy Bag", which was a way to celebrate Advent. Inside was an Advent wreath, a nativity set, prayers, stories and some homemade cookies. The kids loved it. I think we'll do the 3 gifts too!

Today school was cancelled due to snow! I can't remember the last year we actually had a snow day! And its only Dec! Oh well, we had a nice day together baking gingerbread cookies! Yes, I had one!