Greetings...Fitness has always been in my mind sometimes in the forefront and other times in the background. In 2010, at age 51, two great things happened that helped me secure it in the forefront once again. First, my boss mentioned training to do a half marathon. Although previously, a 10K had been my max (several years before), I decided I would train too. Then while training I was introduced to Sparkpeople. Well, here we are months later, I exceeded my time goal (Goal: 18 min. miles/actual ...

Greetings...Fitness has always been in my mind sometimes in the forefront and other times in the background. In 2010, at age 51, two great things happened that helped me secure it in the forefront once again. First, my boss mentioned training to do a half marathon. Although previously, a 10K had been my max (several years before), I decided I would train too. Then while training I was introduced to Sparkpeople. Well, here we are months later, I exceeded my time goal (Goal: 18 min. miles/actual avg. 16:42 per mile) and completed my first 1/2 marathon in 3 hrs 37 min in Feb. l completed a 5K in April (14:02 avg. per mile) & a 10K in June (14:49 avg. per mile). For now, committing to races commits me to training between races. I am continuously working to "become a better me", spiritually, mentally, and physically. I currently need to/plan to lose 40-45 pounds. And ultimately, I plan to complete a full marathon in early 2013 (Feb or March). Know that "SparkPeople" inspire me. So, lets support and encourage one another. No matter what your goal(s) is/are, go for it and "Become a Better You"!!!

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