In Knoxville on Sunday, Alisha and I ran 6 miles - a very HILLY 6 miles. I haven't run anything more than about 4 since the half, so this was definitely pushing it. (we have a 10k next weekend - eep.) I was pretty impressed with how good I felt. I think the weightlifting we've been immersed in has helped. My muscles definitely felt stronger going up those big 'ol mountains. Bonus, we got to run up to this really cool dairy barn - twice.
Time to give a major shout out to the ladies of NCRC Beginner Women's Running Program. Ya'll I'm sorry I missed the race on Saturday, but I hear that you KILLED IT. I have some tips for you for keeping it up.
1- Find a friend or partner. If you're responsible for their fitness and running, you'll be less apt to bail.
2- Set a schedule. Write it in your calendar. Set your phone alarm. Treat it like a meeting or something you can't skip. Because you can't.
3- That said, when you do need to skip, don't beat yourself up about it. Jump right back in. Go take a walk if you can't run. Just getting out there and moving will keep the momentum going.
4- Get ready for colder weather. You don't need lots of stuff - but get a long sleeve shirt and some long pants. I also recommend smartwool socks. Running in the fall and winter is a BLAST. Once you get out there, you'll have a great time. It's just the getting out of bed and out into 30 degree weather thing that can be a barrier.
5- Sign up for races. Lots of them. There are tons of them. I did one a month through June (summer is hard - fewer races, and wicked hot). I tried different races for different causes in different places. On deck for me - the Scrub 10k and Turkey Day Race in Charleston. Explore new places! Make a weekend of it!
6- Celebrate. You are awesome for getting started. In comparison, keeping it going is a breeze. Enjoy!
Sarah
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