So now I am trying to train to learn how to run. Actually the body work seems basic. Do this for x amount of days, increase running by small increments. Eventually take x days to be able to run for 30 min at a time. Long enough to finish a 5K running. And the x...it is variable dependent upon how my body takes to this. The unknown.
Another unknown? My mind. It is NOT handling this well. It is still a wee bit freaked out and backlashy about the half marathon. But we will keep showing up. Keep dealing with the little bumps in the road.
I am realizing that my biggest road block is my weight. Not just for the running, but for everything.
The half marathon showed me one thing very clearly. I can accomplish physical challenges. I am an athlete. I feel FABULOUS when I use my loyal and trusty body to accomplish physical challenges.
And this threatens everything I believe myself to be.
So my next task is to redefine those beliefs and start living based on them. The other task is to fight myself (my old self) and figure out how to get this weight off.
The C25K program is a great example of how to gently ease into running. I just started today w1d1...take that approach for your weight as well...gently ease into it as well. That will let your mind catch up gently to these changes!
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I have no doubt that you will accomplish that task as you have all other challenges.
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