Well I went to PT.  I tested out well strength wise, no pain.  This therapist wants me to do toe exercises for 2 weeks and come back!  She was like, "what do you want to run, a mile?"  She has obviously never run, and thinks people who do are nuts.   I'm pretty much done with her, especially since my doctor told me I would be running in 2 weeks and it's been 4!  I'll keep doing the exercises they gave me because all of them have improved the strength and flexibility of my legs, also my balance.  She said she didn't want me to walk more than a mile right now (laugh), I'M SORRY BUT I GOT TO GO!!!

So my plan is to speak with my nephew, the sports therapist tomorrow morning.  I'd really like to try a little running tomorrow.  I bet he'll agree.

So AngelSmitty, let me confirm with you after I speak with him but, I am hoping to try for W1D1 tomorrow.  At the latest Monday.

Melinda

I definitely am ready for a do-over!!  I did W1D1 outside on Saturday and boyyyyy was it ROUGH!  I had a deep purple face and felt like I was dying during the last two jogs.  I think part of my problem is that I'm just getting over a cold, so my throat and nose aren't totally clear (sorry if that's TMI), so it was hard to get a good breathing rhythm going while I was jogging, without coughing and feeling like I was going to be sick lol.  Yesterday, I decided to just do 4 miles on my mom's stationary bike, but will be doing W1D2 tonight on her treadmill.  I think I want to mix it up between treadmill and outside (depending on the weather) because last time, I definitely noticed it was easier on the treadmill.  My friend LOVES to run (did 625 miles last year, just for fun-I can't imagine that) and decided that she wants me to attempt a half-marathon with her next year.  13.1 miles HAHA.  I asked her if she was drunk when she brought it up.  However, I did tell her that I would work to get at least 1.5 to 2 miles by Thanksgiving, when she'll be home to visit.  I figure, I'll almost be done the program by then, so I should be able to handle 1.5 miles, right?   The half marathon thing though trips me out though.  She just completed one yesterday in 2 hours and 15 minutes.  If I'm struggling to just jog (very slowly) ONE minute, how will I ever build up to 2 HOURS?  We'll see though, I'm hoping if I just keep with it, it won't seem so bad in the end.  She said once you get past 3 miles, it becomes easier.  I'm wondering if anyone who completed the program and still runs can verify that for me?

So glad someone else will be starting it up with me!!  Let me know how today goes for you, Melinda! 

Hey folks I'm still here!

I'll probably do a Halloween 5K, and I'm registered for one in mid November. That'll probably be it for the year unless I come across something else.

I registered for the Pittsburgh half Marathon on May 16th, 2011. So that's my next big goal. I can't believe it's come this far!

I hope everyone is doing well!

Tony - You are sooo awesome!  Your updates lift me up.  I can't wait till I can get through the program and do my first 5k.  The key for me is to stay injury free.  My nephew registered for a half marathon in Nashville in the spring.  I told him hopefully I will be ready for he and I to do our 5k around Thanksgiving.

Keep up the good work, and please keep posting. 

Melinda

AngelSmitty - That's great.  I am glad you are still with me.  If you get a chance look at the "Anybody Need a Do-Over" thread.  We have a pretty good group going there.  I did W3D2 this morning pretty slowly.  It's not easy to see in the dark.  I am hoping my Saturday run will be quicker.

Keep up the good work.

Melinda