5K and update on OLW
>> Thursday, May 17, 2012 –
Couch to 5K Program,
Running,
Weight Loss
I'm not sure exactly what week we are at now, but I'm still continuing to try to lose weight. Last weekend, I completed the Couch to 5K program again and I ran another 5K.
First of all, it was an awesome day for a run. About 65 degrees and overcast. My goal was to beat my first (and best) 5K time of 33:30 when I ran the Turkey Trot 3 years ago. I trained and ran with a friend from work who had never run more than 5 minutes stretches. We finished the first mile around 9 minutes and I knew we were going much faster than usual (we are usually around an 11 minute mile). But we kept up pace and ended up finishing around 32:30. (I also want to add that my Garmin said that we ran 3.4 miles so it was a true 5K, I think we would have finished around 30 minutes.) Either way, this was a HUGE improvement for me...especially post-baby.
To date, I have lost 10 pounds and I'm back to my pre-Ethan weight. Now, I want to lose 10 more pounds to get me back to a healthier weight for my body. I want to continue running but I know the St. Louis summer heat can be killer. Thank goodness for the treadmill! I also want to get back to 30 Day Shred to try to firm up the arms and legs.
I'm feeling much better in my own skin. Nothing feels worse than not fitting in your own clothes. It took me a year, but I'm finally feeling like myself again.
And of course...I'm starting to feel baby fever again.
Great job!!! I'm doing my first 5K on Sunday - I have no goal for time...no clue how I'm going to do!
ATTA GIRL!!!!!
Congrats, Lauren! That's a great time! I'm thinking of signing up for a 5K because, honestly, that's about where I'm at right now. It's been really, really hard to get back into it. You gotta' start somewhere!
Congrats!! 5ks can be great motivation!
Not really sure how I stumbled upon your site but I've been keeping up with OLW. I, too, was struggling with getting weight off. I joined the local Crossfit and MAN what a difference my body has seen! If you can find one, I'd highly recommend it!