I am pretty new at it. I started running as a hobby about 4 years ago, in combination with kickboxing, but just recently thought I'd take it to the next level. It was a New Years Resolution and a way to get myself feeling healthier. I will be 48 years old and I have never felt stronger physically. What was originally a goal to to try to get every ounce of fat off of me, turned into a desire to be able to run a marathon some day. I love running outside on a trail as compared to a treadmill. I find it mentally and physically satisfying, Unfortunatley, I live in an area where sometimes it gets pretty cold, but this year hasn't been that bad and I've been able to bear it with my will. I only wish I could find and get out on a really scenic trail and run. I'd had to travel a distance to find one. This community is great as I do not know anyone who shares my interest in running like this. I always wondered how anyone ran so many miles without getting exhausted, but now I am starting to see how it can be accomplished each week of my training. The first time I ran a consistent 20 minutes, without any difficulty, I almost cried! I was so excited and coudn't believe I actually did it! But I did!

I always thought running was so strenuous and difficult that I never thought I'd be able to do it for a long distance. Although challenging, it is one of the most satisfying things I have ever done with my body and mind! And physically, my body seems to be taking a new shape on it's own, naturally. It's the best.