My Couch to 5K Program Update

Back in August I announced my plan to start the Couch to 5K running program, which is a program designed to help the non-runner get active and get running. I had my doubts about my ability and desire to stick with the program, but by posting about it on my blog I thought maybe that would give me some accountability.

I no longer hate these.

I'm pleased to say that I am now a Couch to 5K graduate. I ran 5K (3.1 miles) last week, and I didn't want to die when I was done. I wanted to stop running and get a shower, but I felt good. Good. I'm signed up for my first actual 5K run this Saturday and I couldn't be more excited.  After I have a few solid weeks of consistent 5K runs under my belt, I'm going to begin the Bridge to 10K program.  I never would have guessed that I'd fall this hard for something like running.

And the very best part?  I figured with all of the work I've been doing, I'd be losing some weight.  Apparently not - I'm still the same weight today as I was in August.  But today I slipped on a pair of pants I haven't worn in over 2 years.  When I tried them on in August, they didn't get past my hips.  Today, they are comfy.  That alone has made every minute on that treadmill worth the effort.