Today my training starts. I read online that for amateur marathoners (that's me), a good way to start is a 5k run (3.1 miles). So I've mapped out my distance on google maps and am ready to go! I've had my oats, my running shoes are laced on and I'm all stretched.... here we go! Wait here, I'll be right back.
Ok, I'm back. PHEW!! I stopped about 4 times on the way - when I had to stop I did a quick scan to figure out why my body was not having any of it. Each time it was tightness in my shins or calves so that's something I'll have to work on. My first 5k in a long time took me 35 minutes in total. I'm actually not all that disappointed considering only a week ago the only exercise I got was running for a train (which I usually missed) and taking the stairs when forced (ie. no ramp or escalator).
It can only get better, right?
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