It is Time

Well step one, went to a site to get a schedule of where I need to be to be ready to run a half marathon. I am not saying that is what I want to do yet but I want to train to be ready. I really want to do more triathlons. But I need a plan and I don't have a pool in my backyard. So I figure that on this schedule there is time for cross training and swimming will be one of those times. I figure running is something I can do any time for the most part if the weather permits. But then again if weather is snowy and I can't get to the gym, I ski. Got a whole wonder land in my backyard. At least I have a schedule to follow and I am not wandering aimlessly. I do better when I have goals.
I have signed up for my first race for the new year. St pat on the 2o of march. I have registered for the 8 k instead of the 5 k. It is time to step it up. Registering now is cheaper and commitment is made. Figure on my running schedule I should be very well prepared by then. Looking at losing 15 lbs by then too. Oh how the weight can creep back on so fast. It is amazing how I started this weight loss journey almost 4 years ago. I feel good that I have keeping it off for the most part. I do see the older I get the harder I need to work at it and the body can be some what unkind to injury too. I feel sore sooner than I use too.
Yesterday I went swimming, last time I swam was about a week and a half ago. I woke today to sore shoulder blades. I have to learn to stretch more. Going to incorporate weights too. Got to look up a schedule on that too. Oh how I wish I just had a personal trainer to all the background work. But that is what this week is for. I call it transition week. Getting all the crap food out of the house. Working out a do able schedule and setting some races and goals to a calender. I feel good. I feel ready. Time to clear out the mind and go! Will not be one of those people who has every excuse for why they can't or won't exercise. I have decided to be an inspiration to my patients, know that I can make a difference other than in their mouths.