I have never been a long-distance runner at all. Both of my sisters are awesome runners, but not me. I guess it wasn't in the plan, but I now realize that I can help shape my fitness destiny (so to speak). Over the past 6 months I have been able to participate in two 4-mile races. The first one, being the Fort4Fitness, and the second one was the Gallopping Gobbler.
The Fort4Fitness gave me a very accomplishing feeling and the race was set-up exceptionally well. I knew other people who were participating in it, but I didn't see any of them that day, so I ran it by myself. It was fun to see other people committed to the same cause (to get healthy). I enjoyed running/jogging/walking it by myself and seeing people along the way cheering us on. The finish line part was incredible and it really gave you a rush there at the end!
Since then I have been extremely focused on getting fit. I have been committed to win it in eating healthy and exercising=a wonderful new lifestyle that I plan on keeping and sharing with my children. My husband has been a huge help too, as he is my partner in this lifestyle change. I feel extremely blessed to have him helping me out with this, as he is wonderful at planning meals, making meals, teaching me how to prepare the meals, helps me plan workouts, etc. This is truly rewarding and for this I am thankful.
I am also thankful for my Dr. for helping me with this lifestyle change, as if she weren't willing to be my partner for the Tumble X Biggest Loser Contest, then I wouldn't have gotten off to this healthy start. Dr. Justina Girod, you are truly a fantastic person and I am so grateful for your friendship and commitment.
My babysitter, Erin Fallat, is also a huge blessing, as she and her husband are also in the TX Biggest Loser Contest too, and because we made this crazy deal, that if they participated in Biggest Loser, that I would run the 13.1 (Half-Marathon) Fort4Fitness with her come September 29th. I thank you Erin, for pushing me to this new level. Although, I think this is very far-fetched, the feeling of accomplishment will be well worth it!
So...4 mile to 13.1, is it even possible??? I still have lots of time to get there, but I am in it to win it! Win it meaning getting healthier in every way (mind, body and soul). Fully committed friends!
