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:

Quick question... does anyone else see the ads on this site for "Slimband"? The one I'm talking about is usually at the bottom of my screen and is of a woman with her arms outstretched? The reason I ask, is this is the new centre name for my lapband surgeon, and the woman in the ad is my Fill Nurse. She was banded back in 2006 and believe me... she's beautiful!

Haven't noticed, but I will be watching for it. That's pretty cool!

in catch up mode readig all the posts from this AM...,

georgia - congrats on the 12 min run!!! i think it's great you had it in your mind to do 8 - then pushed through to 12....still think our minds can talk ourselves IN to doing this 5k or OUT of it just as easy....

kinda just depends where your head is each day. goes hand in hand w/leslie & renewed's all or nothing thoughts. coming here & getting motivation on days i want to veg out, seriously helps.

renewed , need to check out your PS thread; how exciting for ya!!

kathy - fingers crossed on the interview!!

I DID IT!!!!!! OMG... I CAN'T BELIEVE IT!!!!

Can you tell I'm excited! I actually ran the whole 5k - NON-STOP! It took me 44 min and 24 seconds... yes I did time it! LOL. I ran listening to my own music... so much better! I calculated my speed at approx 4.2 MPH, based on the time it took to complete!

It was funny, as I was running through the neighbourhood whenever I would get a bit winded, I would think of Lyn's advice "1 - TOOO" and it helped! Then when I'd get a bit tired I would think of all of you and know that you would be cheering me to keep going... so I did. Then when I got to a certain point on the route, I knew I was going to make it the whole way, and it energized me so much that I just powered through.

I really did not think I was going to run the whole way... but knew that once I stopped to walk, it would mean restarting was going to be very hard, so I wanted to go as long as I could.

It is so beautiful out today. Cool, bright and sunny and fresh. A perfect fall day. And now even more perfect. I ran 5k. It is a perfect day!

Some things I'm thankful for:

1. My DH. He's the perfect partner in my crazy life!

2. My son. He has taught me so much about love and compassion.

3. My daughter. She has shown me a side of myself that I will always be thankful for.

4. My Mom. She was my mentor, role model and best friend.

5. My stamina/endourance. It has helped me through so much in my life.

6. My eyes. My best feature!

7. My waist... yes I have one, it was just hidden for many years!!!

8. My calves... strong, shaped and firm... but maybe a touch too big! LOL

9. All of you! I couldn't have made it through this very difficult summer without your support. I really needed to accomplish something in my life when I lost my job, and was able to do that with all of you to help me through. From the bottom of my heart... THANK YOU ALL!!!!

I DID IT!!!!!! OMG... I CAN'T BELIEVE IT!!!!!!!

that is AWESOME kathy!!! really, great accomplishment - wish this post could have bells & whistles attached, consider them coming your way virtually!!!

lulu

Oh Kathy, I am so proud of you. I'm proud for you too! Wow! What an accomplishment.

WAY TO GO KATHY!!!!!! YOU rock!!!!!! I am soooo proud for you!! You are so very consistant, and it shows!!! I'm with Luluc, I wish this post could have bells and whistles attached!! YOU HAVE EARNED IT!!!!!!!!

Whoooo Hoooooo Kathy!! That's WONDERFUL!! Congratulations to you. You are rockin' this!!

Oh Kathy I am so proud of you. You have encouraged me and pushed me so many times. You deserve all the successes this world can offer. You have pushed yourself and all of us and your rewards are fitting.

Kathy the runner!!!!! You ran a 5 K. OK, the pressure is on - I have to do it. I know it is in me and I know it is a mental game not a physical one.

Congratulations Kathy. You are an inspiration.

Thanks everyone! You make me feel special! I really appreciate it. My legs feel like spaghetti noodles, and I'm a bit achy... but still on a high and itching to do it all over again on Thurs.

Have a great night everyone.

Ok, so I was going to leave the kids at mom's and run tonight. Well, she forgot, and she and Dad went to eat. I promised myself no more excuses. I backed up the boys and we went to the track. Dalton and I ran part of the way, but mostly walked. I was afraid that I would fall running with an umbrella stroller. My birthday is on the 26th. I am going to get a jogging stroller with my birthday money, then I am not dependant on other's to be able to get out and run. After running a few times outside it is just torture to run on the treadmill. Sooooo boring.

Tonight was really good. DS has been begging to run with me, but i have been training for this 5K on Saturday so I haven't let him, because I knew he wouldn't be able to run the entire distance. Tonight I let him run.. We had so much fun. He wants to do it every night. He did very well. He will be running the entire 5K before long. I think I am going to let him enter on Friday. He will probably walk part of it, but it will be good for him. I could kick myself for being so focused on me running the whole thing that I almost missed out on this opportunity. I am very blessed with 2 incredible boys, and one incredible husband(who works way too late.but only until December. Then I get him back :thumbup:

Hi mamato... I see you lurking....Miss you!!!! :thumbup:

Hey Renewed...haha I didn't think anyone would notice my lurking! Hey everyone else too. I was sitting here reading different threads and watching The Biggest Loser. I'm so excited that my favorite show is back on again!

Time for me to get my butt in gear. I have been lazy, lazy LAZY! My eating has been horrible, horrible HORRIBLE! I completely suck at this thing lately. I could give a million excuses why, but what is the point in that? Time to quit with the excuses. Time to quit with the feeling sorry for myself. I started this journey 9 months ago knowing that it would last a lifetime. So, why am I slacking? A sick husband is no excuse. Stress is no excuse. As some of you said earlier... Shit happens! Life goes on. I feel so much better when I take care of myself by eating right and exercising. Why on earth would I stop?

OK, I am just typing randomly here. I don't even understand my own psycho babble right now. I'm talking myself into getting myself back on track and all of you are my witnesses. If I'm not checking in daily and letting you all know that I'm keeping my promises to myself.... please kick me in my butt! I need you guys!

Just finished week 5 day 1. What a great feeling to complete. Looking toward the rest of this week although it looks like an uphill battle from here adding more time to each interval. I like to catch up on all the entries from all of you and get re-motivated. I remind myself of the goal that I set for myself because those of you that are just like me are achieving. Great job everyone!!

Ok, I've registered for my 5k run. I decided to enter the run on Sept 28th. It is in support of "Community Living London", which provides living support for people with intellectual disabilities. They offer housing, care giver support, respite care and just ongoing support for the families. This is near and dear to me, as my son will require their services when he is an adult. So I've decided to try to fund raise for the cause! I have to raise at least $80 to get the T-shirt... and I definately want the T-shirt from my first run! LOL. Wish me luck!

The other run I was considering is for breast cancer... which is also very important. However, this one gets over 3000 people enterring it each year and that is so many people for my first official run. So I have less than 2 weeks to get prepared for this run... but I know I can do it!

I'm a little achy this morning from my run... but not too bad. I'm going to run the 5k again tomorrow and then on the weekend I plan to do a shorter run, but increase the speed???