debwal124 Posted January 6, 2015 Report Share Posted January 6, 2015 Hi everyone, I am new to this forum and new to running. At the age of 46, I have always found an excuse not to exercise on a regular basis. I have always secretly admired those people who run. So when I was asked at work to take part in a 10K at the end of April, I initially said no and that I would never be able to run that far in a million years. I work in a fantastic team, with everyone being very encouraging and telling me that if I download a couch to 10K app, it really is achievable...........even for a middle aged woman like myself. So I set my alarm for 5.30 this morning..............unfortunately it did go off and whilst I contemplated hitting that snooze button, I knew that if I did not get up this morning and start the running programme then I never would. So pleased I got up and got on with it, even at such an early hour. I managed to complete day 1 and felt a huge sense of achievement. I know its very early days but I am determined to be able to run the 10K. For those of you thinking "is she mad" getting up so early????? For me running first thing in the morning is going to be the best time, as once I am home from work I tend to just want to chill and don't think I would be disciplined enough to go out for a run. Will keep you posted on my progress and look forward to being part of the forum and getting to know beginners like myself. Deb sdbeachgirl 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest TrishE Posted January 6, 2015 Report Share Posted January 6, 2015 Congrats on your first step!! That's a huge achievement in itself, making the decision to take that step, that is. Good luck on your journey! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheRoseWithin~Shannon Posted January 6, 2015 Report Share Posted January 6, 2015 OH MY GOSH - goosebumbs!!! Right on Deb!!!! I can imagine how great you felt having gotten up and out the door! Congrats! You can do it and it sounds like you have a FAB SUPPORT team to boot! Keep us posted and I hope you check out the Accountability 2015 forums - great motivation to be found! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
debwal124 Posted January 6, 2015 Author Report Share Posted January 6, 2015 Thanks for your speedy replies. Will be getting up bright and early on Thursday morning to complete day 2 sdbeachgirl and KellyAnn 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Azatol Posted January 7, 2015 Report Share Posted January 7, 2015 Rock on. You're gonna do it!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KellyAnn Posted January 7, 2015 Report Share Posted January 7, 2015 Hi Deb, Wow, love it. Goosebumps here too. We are all here for you , cheering you on. You can do it. Wish i could run with you. CHEERING YOU ON! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jo4applerose Posted January 7, 2015 Report Share Posted January 7, 2015 Yayyyy WTG it makes us look forward to being challenged little bit more in every week great job! KellyAnn 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Timb113 Posted January 8, 2015 Report Share Posted January 8, 2015 Deb, great job and congrats on starting the program. I do the same thing, alarm goes off sometime between 5:30 and 6 a.m., depending on how far I'm running that morning. I feel the same way, by the end of the day, I will not want to get out on the road. I've also found that a good run is a great way to get the day started. I feel like I've accomplished so much before 7 a.m. TheRoseWithin~Shannon 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
debwal124 Posted January 8, 2015 Author Report Share Posted January 8, 2015 KellyAnn, Jo4applerose and Timb113 Thank you for your replies amd words of encouragement. Up bright and early this morning to complete day 2 of week 1. Wet amd windy, but I didn't let the weather deter me. Now ready for the day ahead. Deb KellyAnn 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kellsmac83 Posted January 8, 2015 Report Share Posted January 8, 2015 You can do it girl. Not mad getting up at 5:30.... Shows determination. Girl power. Keep us updated and sending you lots of energy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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