I am becoming somewhat of a runner....

[jenscats5]

Well, sort of.....I'm bored with the treadmill & elliptical & since we live about 3-4 miles from the gym, my hubby decided that instead of walking all the way, we should run a bit.

So, we started running 3-4 blocks, walk 1-2 blocks, etc. Not too bad.........Got myself some cool lined running tights for when it's cold. Hey, I may be doing marathons in spring...

What's everyone else up to?

 

[PBR]

hi jenz...I have never been addicted to anything in my life as much as I was when I was RUNNING!!! watch out...LOL

 

[Daisy_Girl]

That is SO true - running is addicting! When I ran, I was so obsessive about it. Races are so fun though - I miss them actually.

Jen - you should start to look into 5Ks and 10Ks in your area. Races are such a good environment, especially for a "budding runner" - gives you so much motivation and encouragement.

Congrats on finding something you enjoy!

 

[Daisy_Girl]

Oh, and what's up with me? I am starting to train for my first competition - a figure comp in March. Yikes!

From now until Mid-Jan, I am concentrating on adding some muscle to my upper body to help balance my lower out a little. My lower body just holds so much muscle (which is good!) but my upper needs a little more thickness. Then I will start to lean out for the comp.

Yikes....

 

[jenscats5]

PBR -- I'm addicted to weight lifting & chocolate, wonder if I have room for running?? LOL


Daisy -- Good luck with the comp training!! Let us know how it goes. I was thinking of maybe doing something like that after I get laid off, so keep us informed!!


There's a run/walk race on Thanksgiving day so if we get up early enough, my hubby & I will do it. You don't have to register till the day of if you don't want to, so we'll see. I can't run a whole race yet, but we are working on it!

 

[gingersnap]

That is cool jenscat....my 11 year old son runs races with his Dad....how sweet is that....I had a low bf% when I ran....have fun!

 

[Ceebs]

I'm running a lot these days, too - 20-25 miles a week. I used to hate it so much in junior high PE, I never thought I'd run for pleasure.

I have the advantage of living a block away from a beautiful landscaped jogging path on a relatively steep grade. Usually I jog downhill, sprint around the park at the bottom (which is flat), then powerwalk uphill. It's about a mile each way. It's great in the early mornings when no one else is out - I have the whole stretch to myself, save for a few wild rabbits and the occasional raccoon or owl. Saw a coyote one morning, too.

 

[PBR]

jenz, which addiction is heavier?? running may balance the scales!!LOL BTW your avatar is awesome....Daisy's addiction may be contagious-obviously she has some residual issues!! LOL

 

[jenscats5]

Hey PBR!! I'm hoping the running will burn off some more of the bf I hate, bad body fat!! hehehehe

Are you talking about the flexing woman avatar? I had Homer up before......but it's a cartoon, not me! I wish it was me!! My arms are NOT very cut even with all the work I do......hmmmmm There's that darn body fat again! LOL

I lost one of my computers trying to find that picture. Stupid spam shut down my hard drive! Damn!

 

[PBR]

yes jenz, the avatar you have now...great artwork, had to second look tho...keep it...the first 2 weeks are the hardest for running, after that it will become easier and more pleasurable- you will learn to relax the body and it becomes almost euphoric...have fun with it, you will see results quickly- it is a learned technique tho, dont get frustrated....