Finally went for a run

Today at work I officially signed up for the Austin Half Marathon. That takes place on February 17, 2013. That's right, it's one month away. One month. And I honestly can not remember the last time I went for a run before today. I think it was the turkey trot.

So after work today, Kristin, Erin and I went for a run at Memorial Park. Just one loop around the park. We have to start somewhere. So that we can finish together in Austin.

Kristin found a four week training plan on Women's Health...I don't know how I feel about it, but it's somewhere to start.

Monday: Complete rest or cross training (45 to 60 minutes at an easy to moderate effort)
Tuesday: 3 to 4 miles easy running
Wednesday: 6 to 7 miles easy running*
Thursday: Off day or 3 to 4 miles easy running
Friday: Cross training (45 to 60 minutes at an easy to moderate effort)
Saturday: 3 to 4 miles easy running**
Sunday: Long run! (Starting at 7 to 8 miles, increasing by one mile each week, up to 10 to 11 miles the Sunday before the race)

*5 to 6 miles during week one, and 3 to 4 during week four.

**2 miles easy running during week four (aka the day before the race).

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Fabulous Run

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