JennifersLost Posted July 2, 2008 Share Posted July 2, 2008 I can't believe it! I can't believe it! 6.5 years ago I had a c-section and a hernia repair that knocked me on my butt for months. The pain was unbelievable to me. I never thought I'd get over it. The healing process changed me. I didn't play sports anymore. I didn't run. I never, ever did a sit-up. I felt like those muscles had been cut and would never heal again. I lost all confidence in my body. Last fall I started the couch to 5K program and got as far as 3 minutes running/7 walking. I didn't do anything over the winter except some aerobic type classes in the spring. On Monday dh and I started jogging together. This was our third time. I started out feeling awful, like I wouldn't even make it as far as I normally do. I couldn't believe it when I caught a second wind and made it all the way to a mile! My dd, 6, did it with us. She wasn't even winded, LOL. Yay! Yay! I'm not old! There's still some life in me yet! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stephanie Posted July 2, 2008 Share Posted July 2, 2008 I can't believe it! I can't believe it! 6.5 years ago I had a c-section and a hernia repair that knocked me on my butt for months. The pain was unbelievable to me. I never thought I'd get over it. The healing process changed me. I didn't play sports anymore. I didn't run. I never, ever did a sit-up. I felt like those muscles had been cut and would never heal again. I lost all confidence in my body. Last fall I started the couch to 5K program and got as far as 3 minutes running/7 walking. I didn't do anything over the winter except some aerobic type classes in the spring. On Monday dh and I started jogging together. This was our third time. I started out feeling awful, like I wouldn't even make it as far as I normally do. I couldn't believe it when I caught a second wind and made it all the way to a mile! My dd, 6, did it with us. She wasn't even winded, LOL. Yay! Yay! I'm not old! There's still some life in me yet! Yippee for you!:party: This is just the beginning for you. I was the same way, but mine was a fear related to asthma as a child. So one day I just did it. I too got that second wind, and now I'm running 3 miles a day. Keep it up! You're going to see the weight melt off of you, your body will completely change. I'm so proud of you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DB in NJ Posted July 2, 2008 Share Posted July 2, 2008 Woooo-hoooooooooo!!!!!!!! I think I'll do a jig for you and me right now! http://www.welltrainedmind.com/forums/showthread.php?p=339775#poststop :hurray: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caroline Posted July 2, 2008 Share Posted July 2, 2008 I was just coming to post the same accomplishment. I have been "running" for a week. Today I just decided to go for it. I did a ten minute stretch, walked for five and did five more minutes of running. Then I walked again. I went a total of three miles. (oops, accidentally typed Mikes there.) I am on my way to do water aerobics now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quiver0f10 Posted July 2, 2008 Share Posted July 2, 2008 Fantastic!!! :party: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jennifer in MI Posted July 2, 2008 Share Posted July 2, 2008 WoooHooo!!! Congratulations!!!!! Don't you wish you could bottle up that after-run feeling and keep it always???:lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tammyla Posted July 2, 2008 Share Posted July 2, 2008 Congratulations and way to go. Never give up.:grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DB in NJ Posted July 2, 2008 Share Posted July 2, 2008 I was just coming to post the same accomplishment. I have been "running" for a week. Today I just decided to go for it. I did a ten minute stretch, walked for five and did five more minutes of running. Then I walked again. I went a total of three miles. (oops, accidentally typed Mikes there.) I am on my way to do water aerobics now. Good job!!!! :hurray: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WTMindy Posted July 2, 2008 Share Posted July 2, 2008 Without being chased????? That defies my running motto....."only when chased!" Good job, girl!! You rock!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doran Posted July 2, 2008 Share Posted July 2, 2008 I am inspired. Maybe this will be the summer I'll get to the same goal. I suppose that means I need to start running, huh?.:blush: I'm impressed, Jennifer, and proud of you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tracey in TX Posted July 2, 2008 Share Posted July 2, 2008 CoNgRaTs!!! That is a huge milestone (pun totally intended). :party: Two years ago I began running again and felt so empowered to run a mile, then to whittle minutes off the original time. Amazing how quickly you can go from "I ran a mile" to "I run a mile in X minutes" (without being exhausted). KUDOS to you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plansrme Posted July 2, 2008 Share Posted July 2, 2008 I read this once in Runner's World in an article responding to excuses not to run. As an answer to, "I'll look slow," it said something like, "You're faster than the 80% of Americans who can't run a mile without stopping." Good job! Terri Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colleen Posted July 2, 2008 Share Posted July 2, 2008 I went a total of three miles. (oops, accidentally typed Mikes there.) :D You funny woman, you. Way proud of your accomplishments. Go, girl! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colleen Posted July 2, 2008 Share Posted July 2, 2008 Three years ago was when I started back up after my five c-sections and major abdominal hernia repair. (Which, incidentally, is proving to be a "repair" in need of repair. Bleh.) I understand that it takes monumental effort, both mentally and physically. Keep on keepin' on! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colleen Posted July 2, 2008 Share Posted July 2, 2008 That defies my running motto....."only when chased!" One of these days, you'll join the club. I feel it in me bones, I do.:D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rhonda in TX Posted July 2, 2008 Share Posted July 2, 2008 Yea! Congrats! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dayle in Guatemala Posted July 2, 2008 Share Posted July 2, 2008 You're my hero! That's my goal, to be able to run a mile without having a heart attack! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ereks mom Posted July 2, 2008 Share Posted July 2, 2008 Dh & I walk a mile every morning. We walk at a good pace (for me, anyway -- it takes us about 1/2 hour), since 1/2 of our walking is uphill. I have a bum knee and can't run, but walking is good for it, and good for my heart too. So congratulations to you! Doesn't it make you feel great?!? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WTMindy Posted July 2, 2008 Share Posted July 2, 2008 One of these days, you'll join the club. I feel it in me bones, I do.:D Will you rep me if I run a mile? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robin Hood Posted July 2, 2008 Share Posted July 2, 2008 I was just coming to post the same accomplishment. I have been "running" for a week. Today I just decided to go for it. I did a ten minute stretch, walked for five and did five more minutes of running. Then I walked again. I went a total of three miles. (oops, accidentally typed Mikes there.) I am on my way to do water aerobics now. You started with 10 + miles? I am impressed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robin Hood Posted July 2, 2008 Share Posted July 2, 2008 I can't believe it! I can't believe it! Last fall I started the couch to 5K program and got as far as 3 minutes running/7 walking. I didn't do anything over the winter except some aerobic type classes in the spring. On Monday dh and I started jogging together. This was our third time. I started out feeling awful, like I wouldn't even make it as far as I normally do. I couldn't believe it when I caught a second wind and made it all the way to a mile! My dd, 6, did it with us. She wasn't even winded, LOL. Yay! Yay! I'm not old! There's still some life in me yet! Way to go. And how fun to have running buddies. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JennifersLost Posted July 2, 2008 Author Share Posted July 2, 2008 Thank you all! It was so much fun to come home to all this encouragement and support today. It's been a fantastic day all around. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colleen Posted July 2, 2008 Share Posted July 2, 2008 Will you rep me if I run a mile? A mile? For four green squares? Come now, my friend. Let's be reasonable. (think, think, think) Okay, yes. I will. Gosh, I'm easy.:D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Testimony Posted July 2, 2008 Share Posted July 2, 2008 :hurray:I didn't read other posts. I just wanted to congratulate you on your accomplishment of running a mile. That is awesome! Blessings in your homeschooling journey! Karen http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/testimony Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sugarfoot Posted July 2, 2008 Share Posted July 2, 2008 I'm happy for you. I was in the middle of the Couch-to-5K program, too, and now I have a torn ACL and am awaiting surgery, Ugh... Go you!:) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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