Burnt out.

So I have my second 5K next weekend and surprise! I haven't run since the last one.

That's a lie. I've attempted to run but given up midway. I'm just so burnt out! I've seen the light of the tunnel already and I don't feel like turning back. When the guilt builds up, I punish myself with Jillian Michaels.

The cholesterol scare has made me want to keep up the running. I see the difference in my body (paunch is coming back) but still can't get myself off the bed, couch, chair... (can I blame the time change?)

Any tips for motivation? Why is getting back on the horse so much harder the second time?

Exercise

I don't do much of it. Don't get me wrong, i always try! There was that weight training class where I didn't push myself too hard and the moment I did (darn you short circuit training), I threw up. Somehow, I earned a B in that class.

Then there was my attempt at Spinning. I think I made it through two sessions and almost passed out through half of that.

Yoga wasn't too bad. I love Zumba. But now, I'm running.

I hated running for 22 years but now in my 23rd, I'm learning to enjoy it. There's a goal in mind: a 5K in March benefitting the Human Rights Inititative (HRI). There's also a free t-shirt involved.

With the assistance of a training schedule (if you're looking for one, try Couch to 5K) and three other ladies for moral support, I will be ready to run and able to do it with no huffing and puffing!

...hopefully, I won't give up.