A New Challenge: Training for an 8K Race

I'm on to a new challenge: to successfully train for and complete an 8K race (5 miles). The race (Drake Relays on the Road) will take place on Saturday, April 30, so that gives me less than 7 weeks to get myself together. I probably would have never used the word runner to describe myself, especially since I only ran track for 2 years when I was in middle school. Now, it just might be time to add that back into my life.

Although working out has not been on my list of favorite activities, I enjoy the refreshing feeling of being done and knowing that exercise will help me stay healthy and fit. So far, I've been on track with my workout plan this week that consists of 30 minute cross training every other day and a 2 mile run on the opposite days. Sunday is the day to rest. Each week, I know my time will improve and my goal is to run a full 5 miles before April 30 (pray for me!)

So far, I'm still excited! When I set a goal, I do what I can to make it happen. Soon enough, I'll be able to say "5 mile run? That's nothing!"