The Running Thing

The faithful shoes taking a well deserved rest.

I started running again for the millionth time. I often take up running for exercise and then give it up because of sore knees or lack of motivation. This time I have good motivation. MW started the Couch to 5K program and I thought this might be just what I needed to get moving again. Not only would I have a slow build-up that would guard against knee pain, hopefully, and keep me from getting discouraged. Also, MW and I would keep each other on track. So far the program is working great and my stamina is better then I thought, I even did a 5K early on in the training. I will get done with the program just before I leave for Thailand and though I won't run a 5K organized run right then, I plan to do one upon my return and then start working towards a 10K. Another plus of running over biking is that it is a lot more portable on tour. Of course, then I just need to find time to run during those 12 hour days.

Thanks for reading.