That fall I also ran the Rim to Rim in Twin Falls and the Boise Women's Celebration. Thanks to my friend, Roxanne, I was hooked on running events like this.
That was all right after I decided to file for a divorce. Running helped my self-confidence, helped me feel in control. Completing that race was something I really needed at that time.
The worst wasn't over yet though. The next two years were really hard for me. I had a lot of emotional stuff to work though. I got really depressed, quit running, and quit eating healthy. I put on 35 lbs.
Thankfully, with the help of family, I was able to work through all that emotional stuff. Kent came into my life. I now feel stronger emotionally and more confident than I ever have. I started exercising and lost 10 lbs. Then I got pregnant.
Now physically, I am starting from scratch. I started to run again 7 weeks ago. I am running 3 miles at a time, at least 3 days a week. I just started going to spinning class as well.
Wednesday, May 26, 2010
Goals
September 2007, this was me right after I completed my first half marathon in Pocatello.
MY GOAL:
2010 Pocatello Half Marathon on September 4th.
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The 12 week training program will start the week of June 13th. Now, I always try to get others to exercise with me, but especially to do a race with me. I have had the best partner EVER commit to do this race with me. Kent has also run 13 miles before, but last time he did it in combat boots with a 70lb pack on his back.
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I would invite ANYONE to join us. The more the merrier. There is a full marathon (26.2 miles), a half marathon (13.1 miles--our goal), a 10 K (6.2 miles), a 5 k (3.1 miles), and a 1.5 mile event. Go to http://www.pocatellomarathon.com/ for more info.
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We are both in the worst shape of our lives right now, but we have both started running and WE ARE GOING TO DO THIS!
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6 comments:
Good for you!! If this summer wasn't already so crzy I'de be there. but I'll have to catch you at the next one but I'm going to!!
Nice work guys! I just ran the Ogden half marathon and may be running the Twin Falls half in a few weeks. I would say yes to the Pocatello but we have plans.
I know you can do it! I will be cheering for you. If you ever need a partner for your long runs give me a call.
That is awesome!!! I remember that first marathon in Pocatello so well, you did so awesome and your girls acted like you were a celebrity every time you ran past us. Setting a goal for a race would make it easier to push myself when working out, I have such bad knees but I would love to do it... maybe next year ;)
Congrats! That is really exciting Kathleen! I'm excited for you. That is a huge accomplishment.
Good luck guys! I hate races so I'll leave this up to you guys! I'm a good cheerleader though! Gimme a K... Okay, I'll stop.
You've always been able to do anything you put your mind to. And with Kent running by your side, well, it will make a great time for your family to watch with pride smiles. I can't wait!
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