I heart Jeff & Carbs

I start training tonight.  I’m going to use Jeff Galloway’s method.  Thanks Brittany for suggesting it!  It’s a run/walk method and it seems like a good way to make it through.  I’m only doing 6 miles but I’m going to train for the half marathon that way I can be in optimal shape when the day arrives.  I think I can do the running part, especially following his half marathon schedule.  I really, really like his stuff!  It makes me feel like this is actually feasible!

I’m more concerned about the food, which I know is an important part of training.  I found a couple of articles that talked about the intake of carbs and the “dead leg” phenomenon.  Which is crazy because that is exactly what happened to me a few times – I literally could not get my body going.  I thought it was probably food related but it was nice to know exactly why it was happening.  It’s not nice to know that I’m going to have to cut out some of my favorite foods.  This is going to be tough – I am such a carb girl! Bread, potatoes, pasta…yep, gonna be dang tough!

So be prepared – you’ll be hearing a lot about these struggles.  But I’ve got to try to do something to keep myself accountable.  I figure if I put it out there then it will help me stay on track.  Although, I really think I need to create some sort of support group or something, maybe get someone to send me a text message oh...about every hour with  “Avoid the fries!” or “Salad is your friend!” messages. Because honestly, I need that much help! 

Speaking of being accountable – I never posted the after pics that I planned to post.  Yeah, about that…well, see, after pics only work if the after body looks better than the before body.  Which I thought it would…but it doesn’t. That’s what happens when you get derailed and sloppy about working out.  So, no after pics.  And you’re welcome.

And I have to give a shout out to my oldest, dearest friend - HAPPY BIRTHDAY!  I wanted to share with the whole entire world (okay, the three people who read this) how much I love you and how much your friendship has meant to me.  Thanks for sharing the last 21 years with me – I love you!