Bellatrix's First Run!

After our first 3.5 mile run 

So I really want Bellatrix to be my official running buddy. One of the perks of having a dog is they need to be worked out, which means you will also be getting a workout :) So I decided I am going to start her running asap, and start off with shorter distances and then gradually get her up to longer runs. Today, I wasn't expecting much since it was our first time. I assumed She would want to stop and walk and sniff and go slow, her usual. BUT... I am happy to report that she did AMAZING! She ran with me the whole time. We went 3.5 miles, and I can't wait to go running with her again!

Now, it's off to the nail shop to get a mani/pedi before I leave for the river on Tuesday. AH... I love being pampered :)

RUNNING SCHEDULE (so far): 

Sunday, June 24: Simi Valley Half Marathon 
Saturday, September 1: Disneyland half marathon 
Saturday September 22: 5K Survivor mud run

Sunday November 11: Malibu FULL marathon

Sunday January 20: Tinker Bell Half Marathon

Double Digits

I am not officially a runner... that is if I can stick with all this running business :) I ran 10 miles this Sunday, which means I am now running double digits and there is no turning back! The only thing that scares me is that my knee has been really bothering me... Ever since I ran in the Obstacle Course in San Diego when the guy landed on top of my knee and it was bruised and scabbed for like 2 weeks. Now when I run distances it REALLY hurts. Yesterday after my 10 miler I couldn't even walk up the stairs... I better get this figured out before my half marathon in like 2 weeks. I am planning on getting a few knee braces, and figuring out which one is the most comfortable/beneficial. I am also going to be taking some tylenol, ibprofen, and using ice when I get back from my runs. That's everything I can think of that could help my situation aside from going to see a doctor which isn't an option right now since I don't have insurance. FIGURES!

Some good news, soon I will be adding more things to my running schedule :) I have officially decided to run the tinker bell half marathon at the disneyland resort in January. One day, I will run a marathon in Florida at Disney World, but there is no way I can fund that right now.... Anyways, I better get off here so I can get this morning 5 miler out of the way before it is too hot outside!

TTFN-- Ta Ta for now :)

RUNNING SCHEDULE (so far): 

Sunday, June 24: Simi Valley Half Marathon 
Saturday, September 1: Disneyland half marathon 
Saturday September 22: 5K Survivor mud run
Sunday November 11: Malibu FULL marathon
Sunday January 20: Tinker Bell Half Marathon

Running

One of the prettier places I have found to run in Rancho :)

So I may or may not have mentioned this before, but I have officially started running. It is hard to believe that I am actually for the most part enjoying it, because #1: I am a water person, land sports are not usually my thing and #2: IT'S RUNNING, who actually enjoys running???? Well I have to admit, I kind of do!!!!

This is something I have been trying to get into for a while now, but was just having a hard time sticking to it... much like I am with most fitness routines I try and hold myself too... But once my best friend Ashley's mom caught wind of my new hobby, she invited me to do long runs with her and her buddies. This was honestly the best thing for me! I run with the girls once a week on Saturday or Sunday, and then I try and get in at least 2 mid week runs. The long runs are keeping me in check, and upping my milage :) It is awesome running with veteran runners, I am learning things so much faster.

So I am happy to report that I have already signed up for 2 half marathons this year, and will soon be registering for a full marathon as well! I plan on documenting this amazing journey right here in my fitness blog, although after I finish the full marathon I might need to change the title of this blog to, I know I can, I know I can! LOL :)

RUNNING SCHEDULE (so far): 


Sunday, June 24: Simi Valley Half Marathon 
Saturday, September 1: Disneyland half marathon 
Saturday September 22: Survivor mud run