Hello everyone, well I couldn't stand not doing anything so I got on the treadmill last night for a walk. Once I started I couldn't stop and did a speed walk for one hour. It felt good though finally moving my body. Went to the chiropractor again today. Today was the first day my neck's felt great, but he says to still hold off on running. At least I can walk.

Rebecca I have a pool, but its not big enough to do laps. Thats a good idea though, I may check into the local recreation center and see if I can join for some laps.  I also can't run in this heat. I'm on the treadmill until it starts cooling off.  The last time I ran outside I ran on the trail behind the local fire dept. After a few minutes in the heat I thought I was gonna pass out. All I kept saying was thank god the paramedics are close, LOLLLLL  So from that day on I'm inside on the treadmill.

Vicki, YOU GO GIRL!!!! You already do the running and the biking so whats it to add swimming.  I think that would be a great idea for you.  If ya ever come down here for a tirathalon let me know I'll be there cheering ya on!  They have alot of them here so the competitors can swim in the gulf.  I know if you put your mind to it you will achieve it!  I'm so proud of you for what you've accomplished.

HAPPY RUNNING EVERYONE! 

Good luck on the swimming Vicki, I know you can do it.  I am hoping to wake up and either do the first day of the C25K again or do a yoga video it all depends on if it is still raining and how humid it is outside. I am also joining an adult basketball group at my church that meets every Tuesday night for some exercise. I have been getting a little more sleep, I went to get my back worked on. Well I was at the mall and they had a couple chinese guys that give massages so I paid for a 20 minute one and it took both of the guys to try to loosen my back a little, they both said they have never felt a back so tense before. I have always had back problems, if my brother in law works on it (which he has twice) he just pops it, but my back needs the deep tissue massage. Maybe I will find a place that is affordable and start getting weekly massages as a treat to myself. I am also planning on going camping this summer  by myself so I can just get away from everyone and everything and enjoy the nature. Stargal I hope your problems are getting better I am praying for you. Well thats my quick update I am going to try to get to bed early tonight.

Mandy thanks so much for the prayers they musta worked! I got up this morning and my neck felt great!!  I thought I'd try a run but knew I couldn't start where I left off so I started on week 4 of the C25K.  I was able to finish it although the last 5 min run was rough.  Thanks so much for your thoughts. I hope you're back feels better too. I'll pray for you.

Oscar's MumMum. sorry to hear about your hamstring. I'm glad your injury hasn't turned you against running. You will do great in your next race, just be careful and stretch alot.  I'll keep you in my prayers also.

Have a wonderful weekend everyone! Happy Running!

Crystal. 

It is the Tri - City area.    Yes you do have enough time to train.   Is it a full, half, or sprint.   If it is a mini one then you will have plenty of time.  Work your way into don't go for the full ones just yet.

If I get more of my training routine  down I might look into that one.  When and where is it?   And where are you at?

Well even though the temps are really that high yet here I am having to get up and finish my run around 9 am or 9:30 am.   For those of you iun the midwest with all of those storms my thoughts and prayers are with you.  I used to live in Tornado Alley.   Good luck on your running and stay safe.

Now tha t School is out I will be running with my youngest son more.  He needed a little encouragement tonight.  He wasn't sure he wanted to go with me before I went to work.  So I had him set out his running clothes tonight and set his alarm.  That seemed to help, plus a little encouragement along the way.

How is everyone else doing.  Keep on Running. Mandy are you getting the rest you need?  Stargal are you back to running? 

Catch Everyone later.

Vicki

Crystal you should have no problems with that.  I haven't been swimming again.   I think I will check into the rec center and see how much it is. should be cheapera than the gym.

Well I am signing up for my next 5k   only this time I have a running partner my 12 your son will be joining me.  HE is doing well with his training.  His birthday is june 21st and wants a cake with  a triathlon scene on it .      Tomorrow will be his last day at th e2 min run only he does not know that. Next week his tim will increase.

How is everyone else doing?   Stargal how is your neck?  Seth how is your leg?  Mandy are you getting the rest you need?    Ashley I know you are busy but how are you doing.

Later Vicki

Tori, you are too funny!  I looked for that 5K treadmill race too.  Never did find one and ran (or crawled LOL) my first outdoor 5K the beginning of the month.  I must say that since I started outside, I have only been on the treadmill once and hated it.  Go a week or two outside and you'll never want to go back in.  I'm doing the C25K also.  OK, I've been doing some version of the C25K anyway.  I seem to like week 5 b/c I keep ending up there.  Glad to meet you.  - Denise

Yes once you run outside you will never want to touch a treadmill again. Unfortunately with the heat you have to get up early to run or run late at night! You will also find that the treadmill is a lot easier than outdoor running. Don't stress, you will get used to it!  ok, what is the C25k?