Day 2 - Struggle

So I said in my last post that one of my goals this year is to become a runner and finish a 5K. That is not as easy as it sounds. Today is my "day 2" attempt at this, and it is not easy. I wish I could flash forward into the moment that running becomes addictive and enjoyable; easier would be nice too.

I think I set myself up for quick disappointment though. Why you ask? Because I would go to the gym 4-5 nights a week with my dad, spend an hour on the elliptical or 10 minutes on elliptical then weights. I thought, surely I'm in much better shape now and this whole running thing won't be as big of a struggle. WRONG! That is not the case with me. I think my heart and lungs are in better shape for me to try, but the muscles I'm using in running are still freaking out on me.

However, I press on. I am determined. I was told today that Jordan & Ben will be waiting for me at the finish line with my family. That is encouraging. To have a group of people cheering me on as I attempt this race is a small dream of mine. The moral support and encouragement is welcomed and encouraged! Now if I can fully convince Ben to run WITH me....

I will try to continue to blog on a regular basis of my progress. If you happen to read this and are in any way supportive of this adventure, I'd love to hear from you. It will help keep me going. I keep reminding myself this is a journey. I am excited about where I'll be a month from now, 3 months from now, and even 6 months from now. I may complain a little on the way, but the end result spurs me on. I pray that as I am training my body for a race, that I allow God to teach me through this experience. Each step I take, each struggle I face will be a lesson. To God be the glory in all aspects of my life.