When I first started jogging back in October, my goal was to jog around "the loop", the 2 1/2 miles of road by my house. I accomplished that in mid-November and set my sights on a loftier goal...5 miles. I worked hard, and right before Thanksgiving I was up to 4 miles. Then came the holidays and very cold weather and sick kids, setting me back to the 2 1/2 to 3 mile range. By New Years, I was back up to 4 miles and today I jogged 5 miles for the first time! I'm seriously patting myself on the back.
My 8th grade PE teacher, Mr. Peet, would be so proud! Everyday in PE, we had to run a mile in under 10 minutes. It was torture for me. I hated it. I was always one of the last, panting in right at the 10 minute mark. Ever since then, I assumed I couldn't run, so I didn't really try. I'm grateful for good friends who set a good example, encourage me, and help me realize I just have to try.
I'm still a very slow jogger, the 5 miles took me 63 minutes (but I can do the first mile in 9 minutes, so there Mr. Peet!) My new goal is to jog 5 miles in 50 minutes. I could probably do it now if the route was all down hill...but then I'd still have to get back up the hill somehow, so I guess that won't work!
Yay Jenny!!
ReplyDeleteHere's the plan: Find a nice downhill 5-mile course, and I'll pick you up at the bottom in my car (and then we'll go get some steamed milk and scones). :-)
ReplyDeleteI'm very impressed with your perserverance! You are way ahead of my running goals. Thanks for the motivation to get myself back in running mode.
Way to go Jenny! I agree, running is tough, especially this time of year when it's cold and yucky out. Congrats for keeping it up and attaining your goals!
ReplyDeleteWay to go Jen!!
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