Can't believe I actually did it!!!!

[fern 195]

My biggest goal I've had long before vsg, was to run a half marathon. It's always been a dream of mine ( weird I know). So registration finally opened the other day for the Disneyland princess half marathon. You run through the theme park and through LA, with characters and bands along the way. I SIGNED UP!!!! It will be 2 days off my 1 year surgery anniversary. I'm soo excited.

I Hit the gym tonight for some training ( I haven't been since my mom was in hospital over a month ago) and was able to run for 21 minutes straight!! That's a new record for me. My last record was about 7!

Aaaaaaaaaa!!!! I can't believe I'm actually going to make my dream come true!!!

[sleeve 4 me 910]

Whoo hoo! You inspire me

[sugarmamma7 2]

How fun! Congrats to you have a great time!

[JimmyGotSLEEVED 270]

Congrats run forever like Forrest gump lol

[Candace2314 117]

That's soo cool!!!! I love how your goal and your surgiversary are like right by one another! You are going to be doing a lot of celebrating that week!!! CONGRATS!

[mnbsleeve 87]

What a great way to Celebrate the new you!!!! Congratulations!!! Have a wonderful time and enjoy the journey!

[sarsar 824]

Exciting! You dream will come true in the place where all dreams come true! Good luck to you!

[marymoon 18]

Congrats! I'm trying to psych myself up for a half and am so inspired by you! Way to go!

[Amanda131 214]

Fern-

That's awesome! As you know, I just signed up for my first 1/2 too and am at 20 minutes of running as well. That makes us twinkies! I have to admit that mine won't be nearly as cool as yours- just the Sugarland Marathon here in Texas. I'm running January 29th. When is your big day?

Are you planning to train with a group or on your own? I am training with a USA Fit group but I have a GREAT Gradual plan from Runner's world in PDF format if you'd be interested in that. It takes you from zero to half-marathon in 18 weeks.

I am so EXCITED for you! Do you find yourself doubting your abilitiy to run and then amazed at what your body can do after each workout? That's where I am.

You're gonna kill this!

Amanda

[fern 195]

Hey Amanda,

That's so awsome that we are training at the same time!! I dont have any thoughts that i can't finish the race. But then, my goal is to FINISH the race, not run the whole thing. I would love the running plan you have as I am training on my own. I thought about joint a club, but with 3 jobs and 2 kids, it's a little hectic in my world! Lol! So I hit the gym either quite early or quite late. I was so suprised that I could do 20 min!! I can't wait to hit 30!! And beyond : )

Let's definately stay in touch! We're BOTH going to kill this!!!!

[Amanda131 214]

Hey Amanda,

That's so awsome that we are training at the same time!! I dont have any thoughts that i can't finish the race. But then, my goal is to FINISH the race, not run the whole thing. I would love the running plan you have as I am training on my own. I thought about joint a club, but with 3 jobs and 2 kids, it's a little hectic in my world! Lol! So I hit the gym either quite early or quite late. I was so suprised that I could do 20 min!! I can't wait to hit 30!! And beyond : )

Let's definately stay in touch! We're BOTH going to kill this!!!!

I thought the plan was from Runner's World but it looks like it was probably Self. They're all very similar though. If you are a magazine reader, I would suggest a subscription to Runner's World too. I've learned a lot from them. It's only like $18. And, they aren't just geared to hardcore runners like I thought.

Happy Trails!

Amanda

runners_training_plan.pdf

[KellyL 173]

You GO girl!! That's fantastic!!

:cheer2:

[amybaby33 5]

Woo hoo! That is sooo awesome! Way to go Amanda and Fern! I trained for and did the Nike Women's Marathon in 2007. I was 240 pounds..but I did it! I'm doing the Santa Barbara half in November and plan on jogging (not walking..like I did the full) the whole thing and maybe even having a respectable time. Hopefully a lighter body will help me accomplish that goal. I trained for my marathon for six months with Team in Training and learned A LOT..if you ever need any insight or advice..let me know

[Disney 20]

What a fun way to accomplish one of your goals! @Disneyland

Good luck to you!

[fern 195]

Amybaby- ANY insite would be awsome!! Did you have to stay at a 16 min/ mile or get pulled? I don't think I could walk that fast!! Lol

I think the only thing that'll keep me from hitting the goal I want is my time management at home. There is some Creative scheduling to let me train!!! Lol