Week 1

Last year was a big year for me.  I dropped 30 lbs, ran two half marathons, and became a dad.  The main reason why I lost the weight was because I wanted to be around to see my little boy grow up and do many great things.  Doing two half marathons was great because they gave me a more concrete reason to get out and run or go to the gym on a regular basis.  Losing weight for the sake losing weight does not work for me.  Having an event I need to get fit for gives me the motivation to get up at 5am to workout.

I have observed that the natural progression of running for most people goes something like this:

1. Run a 5k
2. Run a 10k
3. Half Marathon
4. Marathon

Last year I went from 0 to half marathon.  After doing one I decided to do another one and was left deciding what to do next.  Running on the road for 26.2 miles just sounds painful.  With that in mind I have decided that on 9/28/13 I will attempt the Timp Elk Run.  The Elk Run is a 50k ultra-marathon and probably equally every bit as painful as a road marathon.  For quite some time I have been intrigued and toyed with the idea of doing one of these trail races.  Now, I am getting serious.  Along the way I hope to not only loose more weight but increase my overall fitness level.

My training plan is to run three days a week and cross train by swimming three other days.  I will take Sundays off to let my body recover.

So, here are pictures of where I am now and will update my progress with pictures and posts as time goes by.  If you live close by and want to run with me please let me know.

Chris