Aging...

It is Labor Day. Had a nice 3 mile run this morning. Yes, there was some walking involved…but I am feeling a like I have a little more aerobic capacity than I did back on August 22nd. My couch to 5k routine will be to run/walk on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays. I'll bike on Tuesdays and use Thursdays and Sundays as rest days. November 1st 5k is only two months away.

I can't believe I am 56 years old. Doesn't seem that long ago as a 24 year old in Riverton, Wyoming when I thought I'd train for the Ironman Triathalon (Yes, the Hawaii one). Then I was 33 years old and in fantastic shape at the Army Management Staff College. Then I was in great shape at 38 and ran the St. George Marathon. Then I ran the Huntsville, UT half marathon two years ago. Unbelievable how fast it has been from 24 years old to 56.

Speaking of 5ks, I remember running one on 4th of July in Tooele, UT the year I was training for my marathon. I ran it in 17' 50". I was flying! I am hoping that I'll be able to run this upcoming 5k in less than 30 minutes without walking. The main difference between then and now? About 3 - 15 pound bowling balls of weight I am packing around on my frame now. Ugh!!!!

After this 5k I am going to find a 10k to run. Once I have the 10k under my belt I'll have the Kevin running granslam: 5k, 10K, 1/2 marathon, and full marathon.

Until next time, happy trails to you!