I'm running regularly again and actually feel like a runner so I may as well start blogging. In January I matched my all time high in weight (220 pounds). I saw a picture of myself at the St. George half marathon and was completely ashamed of what I looked like. Decided right then to start working my way back to a decent weight. Since then, I have lost 30 pounds and am back to the same weight I was last year at this time. I would like to lose 5 more pounds. My ideal racing weight is 15 pounds lighter than that but have been told that I don't look good that skinny. I am up to 45 miles per week and average 7:45/mile during my runs. Still a ways off from where I was but at least it is somewhat acceptable.
To jump start my comeback, I had to change up my routine. I started using the cold as an excuse so started running on the treadmill at work during lunch. Now that it is warmer, I have been running outside during lunch. I have really come to enjoy splitting up the work day with a run. I am going to miss it when it warms up and I can no longer run during the day.
After a busy morning at work, I headed out for a lunchtime run. It is exactly 1 mile from my office to the Jordan River Parkway Trail (5300 South). Ran there then headed south on the trail for 3 miles then headed back. I wanted the pace to be a bit of a push but not kill me. Still not ready for the real hard stuff. Averaged 7:14/mlie during the run and it felt very good. It is kind of fun just enjoying running and not being a slave to a training plan. I don't know if that will change and I will start to crave racing again. For now, this is working for me. | 