Wow... two posts in one week... maybe this means we're back on track!
In the coming weeks I will be getting the measurements and scales back on track as well as the progress images. In addition to this, I will be posting some information about the runs I will be doing, how I will be doing my training, and what I'll be eating to get to the start line. I welcome all advice and suggestions that you guys may have, so please feel free to drop a comment or an email in the coming weeks!
It's almost official now, as I have committed myself to a half marathon on May 23rd, 2010. The run in question is The Scottish Half Marathon. I am partnered by Richard who will no doubt finish in front, but I look forward to the support of having someone training along side. He has ambitions of running a full marathon in October, and has told me again that I should do the same, but let's cross this bridge first, shall we?
This week also included a visit to the doctor to get all of my facts in order before I get to crazy. I haven't been to the doctor in ages, and it's been even longer since someone has taken blood and tested for things, so as prescribed by every workout routine... I have gone to check with my GP before things get too far along. That being said, I don't foresee any issues, except for my asthma, but I'll do my best to fight that one.
I went for a run on Tuesday night in a -3 chill that got the best of my lungs and my head. I made it to the 1 mile mark, and stopped, feeling fire in my lungs. The good news is that it wasn't my muscles or joints that stopped me, which have been the biggest issue in the past. I managed to continue on with a light jog up to the 1.6 mile mark, but had to quit, and get some water in me... slightly disappointing, but more importantly, it's a start.
I went for another run at the gym yesterday, on a treadmill, which is the first time I have used my Nike+, or my new shoes on a treadmill. I had better results, getting near 1.5 miles before I stopped, and mixed it up with some sprinting and fast walking. At this point, I can't stress enough the value of having a pair of running shoes that are suited to your weight, your arches and your running style... my shoes have been my biggest boost in confidence, because for once, it's not my feet or legs or hips, or back that are causing me to rest... it's my tired lungs.
At this point also, I couldn't be happier with myself for quitting smoking 586 days ago... because I know I am running and living better without it! More importantly, it shows me that I am well and truly able to accomplish something that might seem a bit too difficult at first glance.
In addition to bettering myself, I want to do my bit for helping a group that have helped someone very close to me. I would like to run this half marathon in support of Maggie's Cancer Centre who have helped my Mum in her fight against Cancer in 2007. They provided support for people, and didn't ask for a paycheck at the end of it all. The service they offer to Cancer sufferers, and their families is top notch, and priceless, though unfortunately it does demand an overhead cost. I have not been able to get an official link with maggie's as of yet, as I am awaiting a response from their team, but when I do make an arrangement, I will post details on here, as well as the Facebook group in order to get them a little extra exposure to those who may not know about them, or for those of you who might be across the Atlantic in my native Canada, to have a look at, and contribute if possible. More details of course to come...
Stick around, and see you soon!
In the coming weeks I will be getting the measurements and scales back on track as well as the progress images. In addition to this, I will be posting some information about the runs I will be doing, how I will be doing my training, and what I'll be eating to get to the start line. I welcome all advice and suggestions that you guys may have, so please feel free to drop a comment or an email in the coming weeks!
It's almost official now, as I have committed myself to a half marathon on May 23rd, 2010. The run in question is The Scottish Half Marathon. I am partnered by Richard who will no doubt finish in front, but I look forward to the support of having someone training along side. He has ambitions of running a full marathon in October, and has told me again that I should do the same, but let's cross this bridge first, shall we?
This week also included a visit to the doctor to get all of my facts in order before I get to crazy. I haven't been to the doctor in ages, and it's been even longer since someone has taken blood and tested for things, so as prescribed by every workout routine... I have gone to check with my GP before things get too far along. That being said, I don't foresee any issues, except for my asthma, but I'll do my best to fight that one.
I went for a run on Tuesday night in a -3 chill that got the best of my lungs and my head. I made it to the 1 mile mark, and stopped, feeling fire in my lungs. The good news is that it wasn't my muscles or joints that stopped me, which have been the biggest issue in the past. I managed to continue on with a light jog up to the 1.6 mile mark, but had to quit, and get some water in me... slightly disappointing, but more importantly, it's a start.
I went for another run at the gym yesterday, on a treadmill, which is the first time I have used my Nike+, or my new shoes on a treadmill. I had better results, getting near 1.5 miles before I stopped, and mixed it up with some sprinting and fast walking. At this point, I can't stress enough the value of having a pair of running shoes that are suited to your weight, your arches and your running style... my shoes have been my biggest boost in confidence, because for once, it's not my feet or legs or hips, or back that are causing me to rest... it's my tired lungs.
At this point also, I couldn't be happier with myself for quitting smoking 586 days ago... because I know I am running and living better without it! More importantly, it shows me that I am well and truly able to accomplish something that might seem a bit too difficult at first glance.
In addition to bettering myself, I want to do my bit for helping a group that have helped someone very close to me. I would like to run this half marathon in support of Maggie's Cancer Centre who have helped my Mum in her fight against Cancer in 2007. They provided support for people, and didn't ask for a paycheck at the end of it all. The service they offer to Cancer sufferers, and their families is top notch, and priceless, though unfortunately it does demand an overhead cost. I have not been able to get an official link with maggie's as of yet, as I am awaiting a response from their team, but when I do make an arrangement, I will post details on here, as well as the Facebook group in order to get them a little extra exposure to those who may not know about them, or for those of you who might be across the Atlantic in my native Canada, to have a look at, and contribute if possible. More details of course to come...
Stick around, and see you soon!
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