First step - in many (I hope)

FRIENDS !!

In order to stay motivated, and be held accountable, I am going to begin to become one of those annoying posters who may denote “going to the gym" posts.

 

I have a pipe dream of being in a marathon within the next 16 months, and I need to begin by getting off the couch.

My first goal: getting to the gym. The next goal will be building up to a 5K. Let’s see if I get that far before I continue.

 

So every Mon – Wed – Fri I need to be at the gym. So if I post this, please understand. I need something to KEEP ME ACCOUNTABLE!!

 

Since I never ran in my life, except maybe to the bathroom, I went on the COUCH to 5K website for the workout routine.

www.fromcouchto5k.com/

www.fromcouchto5k.com/articles/training/the-couch-to-5k-trai ning-plan/

 

Would anyone like to join me?

I would love the company, but you can do it from your area. We can “compare" progress. Maybe, eventually, do a “run/jog/walk" together when the time comes.

Feel free to ask "how I am doing" - this too will keep me motivated.

So for those who will be annoyed, I apologize in advance.

This was my FIRST step. Now to get to the gym today!! 

Good Luck Tom!  
I joined a gym Friday.  Haven't been back since -- LOL!!!
If interested, I do have a friend who does a LOT of 5Ks, but she walks them, not run.
She's always checking for the latest one, and I promised her I'd join her on one of them.
I'll get some dates -- I mean, really, if you can WALK the 5k, thats a step forward, right?

Way to stay motivated, Tom!!

Tom, Good for You! You have my support...

 Way to go, Tom.  I hope you'll post a lot and make us competitive with the Pennsylvania board, which is very active (and has a running daily workout post as well).

I did the First Strides program, which is just for girls, but uses the couch to 5K philosophy, it's really great, and I think you'll enjoy it.

I'm thinking of starting it again, but later in the year, after my kayaking-obsessed summer is over.  For now, I'm spending as many daylight hours as possible in the kayak instead of walking/jogging.

Elizabeth

Went to the gym this afternoon. Was stuck at wor****il 4:30 and had the best "out" not to go - but this post MADE ME GO. So training one is done. 5 minute walk; 2 minute jog; 5 minute walk. I kinda feel good.

What gym do you go to?  I am thinking of trying Planet Fitness in Ledgewood.  Was wondering if anyone knew anything about it.

I do go to it, and recommend it. I do the basic membership for $10.00 a month. There is an initial sign-up fee, but speak to the Manager and tell them your friend gave you the "dollar" sign-up paper but forgot it and see if they will honor it. Or check on-line, or Facebook, for a coupon

I went and joined today...first time I have ever joined a gym.  Didnt have time to actually use it today, but hope to tomorrow.

But will probably shoot for the Mon, Wed, and one day a weekend routine. 

Good to hear. Maybe I will see you there one of these days.

What a great goal!  We'll organize a cheering section for you at the finish line when you cross it :)