Recommitted

Well, got my recommitment papers on Saturday. This is pretty much the halfway point to the big race! I have met my fundraising goal of $2100 (thanks to all who contributed!) so all I have to concern myself with is me. Do I have what it takes to finish the race? Is my body going to hold up for 13.1 miles (and afterwards too!)? Am I going to get out and do more running in preparation for this, or continue to make excuses as to why I can't get to the gym/track after work (I'm tired, I have to feed/take out the dog, "House" is on, etc.) At least I have beaten the lamest excuse of all - "I don't have a rubber band (for my hair)." Missing a workout due to a hair product is inexcusable! So, the one day I went last week, I did pretty well/average (still at a 12 minute mile.) Lots of aches in the hip area to contend with...no amount of stretching seems to help. I am getting a bone density scan on Thursday. A few years ago (ok, 3 or so) I was diagnosed with osteopenia, so just need a checkup. I am going to see my orthopedic doc if it's gotten worse (full-blown osteoporosis) - I'm afraid he may nix my run altogether! Let's keep fingers crossed...

Recommitment...hmmm...no better time than now to get off my butt and workout! If I don't commit, I will not be able to finish. A 5K does not a half marathon make, you know. I am a stubborn person, and I'm not a quitter, especially when it comes to running - so expect more entries detailing my running accomplishments in the very near future!