Training: Day 1

The day has come!  I am 6 weeks post-partum which means....Training for Savannah Rock n' Roll begins!

I must be honest.  I was very nervous for today.  I have run 4 times since Evan's birthday.  My first run was at Alexander Park and I ran 1 time around, about 1.5 miles....so hard!  My second run was around where I live...it was 2.65 miles and it went great...slow...but great!  Run 3 was horrible!  I mapped out another run around where I live and did not think about elevation....yikes!  I walked quite a bit of this run because it was so hilly. My fourth run was at Tribble Mill Park and was about 2.8 miles.  My sister and I walk/ran around the park's trail.  Hills I had to walk up, but it overall was a good run.   I also went to my 6 week check up today.  I weighed in at 180lb...oh dear!  This is 16lbs down from birth day, but 40lbs from where I would like to be and 30lbs from where I probably will be.  So far to go and I was a little down after the appointment, even though I got the okay and everything checked out great!

So, needless to say, I was nervous today after having to walk so much during my last 2 runs amd carrying so much extra weight.  To my surprise, the run was great!!!!  Zach and I mapped out 3 miles from our house up Braselton Hwy.  Zach ran first and then I picked him up at our 3 mile mark and I ran home.  This works perfect for us because neither of us like running with a stroller.

My legs were so much lighter today.  I really tried to move my arms more and actually pick up my feet...I tend to drag.  Music is always a must and a positive attitude.  I had many pep talks with myself!  And I ran the entire 3.1 miles!!!  Big Accomplishment!

Mileage: 3.1 miles

Time: 00:32:45

Pace: 00:10:19

During our training until race day....November 5th....I am going to document each run, times, maps and hopefully a picture of myself before the run and weigh in.  I want to see my progress!