A Good Find

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When I started my blog a short time ago, I never realized it would have a hand in making such a huge change in my life.

While Blog hopping, which is what I call it when I hit the "next blog" button. I found a blog by a young lady that was attempting a program called "Couch to 5k". I was intrigued so I looked the program up. One of the key things she made a point of saying was "I am not a runner".  I could completely relate. I flunked P.E. back in 7th grade because I couldn't run cross country in the time they required. And since I was already failing because of my extended time in doing what I could, I quit and simply walked the course. So when I say I am also not a runner....I am not kidding.

With in days of reading her blog...I was curious enough about the program to start it myself. I had literally found myself perched on the couch more hours than I really want to admit. So I decided to go for it! The program "Couch to 5k" states that if you follow their simple routines over the course of 9 weeks you will become a runner, running a 5k in 30min. The "time" part didn't interest me that much (I did just turn 50, I am not in that big of hurry to get anywhere these day) however, the becoming a runner part sparked a huge interest.

Me?...a runner?...Not possible. Next to the list of accomplishements of my life I never imagined the word "runner" being added.

I just completed week 4. To say that I am proud of myself would be a huge understatement. This last week was a huge turning point for me, I can now actually see the finishline in sight. I really am going to be able to complete this program. And what is even more astounding is that I am excited about it and have every plan to continue after the program finishes.

Another key point in all this is that I told my best friend about what I was attempting...and she is now doing the program. My oldest daughter came to visit during my week 2 and saw me in action...and she is now on week 2 of her own. Really neat stuff.

A Good Find indeed!