The Words of a Stranger

Today was my 2nd day of training. I did yoga yesterday for strength training and oh my gooooodness was I sore this morning. It hurt just to sit up to get out of bed. I popped some advil and bravely went running this afternoon. Training day 2 consisted of 45 mins of running (mixed with a few walking breaks because of my soreness) which gave me about 4 mi. What was funny and motivating was while I was on the return route from the downtown stretch. This one guy stops and says "If you keep jogging, you'll be where you wanna be soon." This struck me as interesting. I figured, well, he could be talking about weight. I mean, I don't run to lose weight per se, but it kind of happens anyway, which I'm not exactly complaining about. Actually, I've come a long way. This time last year I was 15 lbs heavier, to be quite honest. Anyway, and if that guy wasn't talking about weight, then I really appreciate the comment! After all, if I do keep jogging, I will be where I want to be. I will reach my goals. So I turned around while running and gave him a huge smile and a thumbs up and continued on my merry way.

Well, the run today was pretty tough. The hills were killers but I can't avoid them, especially since it pushes my muscles, builds my strength, and will prep me for my race that is over similar terrain in April. I'm not used to exercising day in and day out. I ran on Sunday and then have completed my first two days of training. Let's just say every muscle hates me and my legs feel worn, but I feel awesome--like I'm completing something I've looked forward to for so long.