Year End Running Report, and a Writing Sample

[tehuti]

A long time ago, I used to enjoy running. For a lot of reasons, I stopped. Earlier this year, at the urging of my Princess, I took it up again. If someone had told me at the end of 2009 that I'd be entering timed races in 2010, I'd have laughed at them. I cannot even begin to guess what I'd have thought if that same someone told me I would be

Comments

[cypherindigo]

"The difference was the companionship. Suffering along with someone makes it a lot easier to take."

Yes, it is way harder to do just about anything alone. We all need encouragement. Keep going, you will always have the companionship you need.

[butterflyfae]

Suffering along with someone makes it easier to take.

Perhaps you or Aimee has advice for getting two non-runners started? My boy and I have been careful, he's dropping weight - as we both watch what we eat. Starting with portions, less dessert nights - tiny steps. We're considering picking up running in the early spring- he's already hitting the gym. I hit a treadmill occasionally.

How do two people get started on a routine together?

[tehuti]

That's surprisingly easy. Google Couch to 5k, and follow the program. It really works. :-)