If you'll be in Wichita on May 4 and want to join me, feel free to put in my last name (Alley) on the form. I'd love to have people to run with!
Now, considering I only managed to do a full day of C25K two days ago part of me is also a little scared, but I'm trying to shush that part and only be confident. My current running plan is to run after Jarrod gets home from work (so I don't have to take Quinn out in the chilliness) on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays and then to go out either by myself or with Quinn on Saturdays. I'm still in need of some more pumped up running music, so let me know what you like por favor.
So, I was gonna post a picture of my route here, but can't figure out how to get one without street names. Since I run near where I live, I'd rather not just post that wherever. Know that Google Maps says it's about 1.6 miles though.
Things I Need Before May:
White Shirt -- Duh, I'm hoping I can use the vinegar trick and get the color to stay too. I think I'm gonna get a screen printed one with my "team" name.
White Pants/Shorts -- Also a duh. I'm not sure if I'll be able to run in shorts (chub rub knows me too well) but we'll see.
White Tall Socks -- I think it'll just look fun, haha.
Cheap (but good) Running Shoes -- No way I'm even possibly ruining my (slightly) expensive running shoes.
the Ability to Run 3.1 Miles -- Haha, I know I can walk the 5K but I don't want to.
On a more serious note, I've mentioned before that I have anxiety. I don't think I've really gone in depth about how bad it can be, and to be honest I don't really want to, but I have to say that since I've started running I have been feeling so much better. I'm happier and more optimistic and there are significantly less times that I feel like I should just give up on everything. Most of the times that I feel absolutely helpless are when Quinn wakes up in the middle of the night and just will not let me get back to sleep for one reason or another. I've bawled my eyes out, quietly so as not to wake her, more times than I can count because I've just felt like there was no answer. Even though it's only been a week of running, I already feel so much better when that happens. I didn't really even notice a change at first, but Jarrod pointed it out to me. He said I seemed like my old self and I hadn't even realized how bad my new self had gotten. So, that's just another reason why I'm so excited for running.
7 comments:
that is awesome that running is helping you with your anxiety. also great that you signed up for the color run! i'm sorry I can't do it with you.
This is all so great! I love that running is helping your anxiety. I get anxiety too and used to get so pissed when my mom would tell me working out would help. haha.
I'm also soooo excited to hear about your 5k when it gets here! I've never done any of the color run ones, but they've always looked super fun.
You have plenty of time to build up to the 3.1, so don't stress. :)
Also, idk if you saw it already, but I did a playlist post here http://findingmyforever.blogspot.com/2013/01/workout-playlist.html Hope it helps!
I never knew really can help me your aniexty.. or maybe I did know but never thought of it.. anyways I think it's a good idea. I know that exercising helps with my anexity so pretty much is the same thing :) good luck!
Girl, I say if you want to post about running, you post about it! When you're excited about something, you should be able to share it. [Not that I'm partial or anything :)] But last year, I did the same thing. I said I wouldn't talk about running all the time & then I fell in love, so my blog [while it still holds the same content as before] it has radically switched to more about running.
Those Color Me Rad races are amazing! I haven't been able to do one yet [so jealous!]. You're going to do great, no worries about being scared. I've heard that with those runs, it's often a run & walk type thing as you go through the color stations. So at least every 1k [less than a mile!] you can use as a walking break.
The C25k plans are really great and your running plan sounds like you've got it figured out. I'm really excited for you!
Also, in regards to your anxiety - I'm not suggesting you have PPD but here's a recent post I did in regards to my feelings as a new mother http://www.lehmannlaughter.blogspot.com/2013/01/postpartum-depression.html
I, personally, know that without a doubt running has helped improve my life drastically. Not only physically but emotionally and with both my husband and daughter. I hope that it can do that for you as well. The anxiety will subside, you totally got this girl.
you're gonna ROCK it! I kinda understand the running bug, but for the most part I just don't want to get into it ;) I always admire people who do, though! can't wait to see pictures!!!
I've already seen this one but just noticed that you linked up! YAY! Hope it's going well despite the wind! I don't like running on windy days either. I heard Wichita is getting a TON of snow in this storm we're expecting. I think we're going to be getting a little less in Lawrence. But that'll probably put a kink in my running too.
Anyway. Thanks for linking up. You're awesome.
Fun! I ran my first ever 5k last summer - and it was a color run - and I had the best time. I signed up for next year's that night :) You'll have a blast!
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