Last night I got on the treadmill for a run. I joined Jess's challenge to run 26 miles in the month of December. As of the 15th I hadnt run even one mile yet because of how I was feeling. So I was asking myself if its a possibility to run 26 miles in 16 days. And I decided that all I can do is try. I sure like a challenge. My glands were a little less swollen yesterday so I hopped on the dreadmill and went at a leisurely pace, although even that seemed a little tougher than usual. I ran 4 miles to make my total of 6 miles this month so far.
My run last night was not as enjoyable as some I have had on the treadmill. There was no runners high making me want to keep running. Instead, there was a lot of watching the laps blinking (I covered up the time but still knew how far I was running by watching the laps-such a cheater I am) and waiting for it to end. There are no changes in scenery or distractions like there are on an outdoor run. But at the same time I am so very thankful to have one in my home(even though I almost sold it a dozen times in my big girl days). When all was said and done the treadmill said I burned over 600 calories for my 4 miles. I am not sure how accurate that is though. I have asked Santa for a new calorie monitoring watch :)
Another run is in the plans for tonight. I am hoping I am feeling this one a little more. Its so hard after a tough run to convince myself to go at it again. But then I tell myself its only 30 -45 minutes and there is no excuse! I came across an article about losing weight and running. The article was saying how when we run our bodies can get used to it after a while and refuse to drop any further weight, or even gain weight...even with a proper diet. Doesnt that seem so unfair???The guy recommended that if this happens (or to avoid it) that a person should change one or all of these things up....change intensity of run, speed, and/or distance. I am thinking i will do a quick mile on there tonight. Short and intense.
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Jennifer...I am with you girl. I could have written this post myself. I set a crazy goal this week to walk 24 miles...4 miles six days in a row. And of all the weeks to set a goal like this. We've had a snow storm and an ice storm. So guess what? I've been on my dreadmill all week! Why am I telling you this? Because I've done it!!! And so can you!!! Get on that "dreadmill" and do it!!! I hope you feel better soon.
You can do it!!!
Hope you continue to feel better.
J
PS...I finally got some of those protein bars you like...yum
My poor treadmill is getting dusty again. I so need to get on it. You're doing great though, stick with it!
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