Here's a break down of my efforts:
* January signed up for an exercise class called Boot Camp (and yes the name describes just how tough the class is).
*February started having trouble with my left knee. You know, the one I was diagnosed with chronic tendonitis at 15, tore cartilage in 2006 and dislocated after my first attempt at being a runner in 2009.
*March diagnosed with a loose knee cap. (What fun to have a knee cap that won't stay put!) Started physical therapy that lasted longer than the class. (All the way through May!)
*Lent came and went with me giving up pop, working out at least 4 times a week and losing nothing!
*Summer was spent being bummed about lack of progress and working my tail off at my day job.
*September offered a fresh start. With a taped knee, I am ready to run!
*October brings a sore ankle and two weeks off of running.
*November . . . well that brings an even more sore ankle and a new diagnoses of ... You guessed it! Tendonitis! In my ankle!
Today I started physical therapy again. Keep your fingers crossed and I hope to see you out on the trails by Christmas. (Maybe the weight will come off next year.)
Running Free Finally! Third times the charm.
I love the fact that given the list of adversities you haven't quit. Those are some really tough problems to overcome even for a non-runner. This really shows your determination and perseverance. Awesome character qualities.
ReplyDeleteAs for the weight loss situation I have seen this before. I don't know the details of your situation, but for the person I know it really did come down to the food and specifically the types of calories she was consuming and the inability to stop cheating on the diet. It has to be a maintainable diet. Given the drive and fight you have displayed in your quest to run, I have no doubt the weight loss will come for you.