become a runner

i will never be a runner. but i’ve started walking to places like the grocery store and the library (local places), so i guess that counts for something.

Main reason for this is that these people usually all have two things in common: they are FIT! and healthy. I want to be one of these people :-/

I jogged/walked today – my aim is to run for 10 minutes straight without pausing by July 25.

Today I participated in a 5K that benefits the trauma center of a local hospital. My time was 2 minutes slower than my time at the event last year. Still, I managed to come in third in my age group and have a medal to show for my efforts.

I can’t run.
I see people running at 6am & I make fun of them. I’m really just jealous. I want to feel that release & satisfaction that only running can give, not to mention the positive health benefits.

July 13: Eden Medical Center Run to the Lake 5K

August 3: San Francisco 5K

October 5: San Jose Rock and Roll Half Marathon

.. not easy to become a true runner, ya know.. that guy who wakes up at 5:30am to run a few miles before the bus stops at his house at 6:30am to bring him to high school where he goes to practice afterwards for a few hours… yea thats a true runner. that gets you a sub 4:30 mile.

Haven’t been very persistent as of late, but I have been doing a lot of hiking which is a lot of fun for me. Went on a hike/interval trail run session last week with my sister- super fun. I like to run with someone, it pushes me…unfortunately and I don’t usually have anyone to run with.

Getting better…still get outta breath pretty easily though.

I’m going to try by start walking the dog… At least the pooch will benefit!