Day Zero (?)

Beginning running for me was not real simple. In fact, I've tried it many times. My last attempt was the one. I've lost about 40 pounds (which is not a little scary to admit), I've had to replace a lot of clothes, I eat differently now, and I've noticed that my cruising speed has increased as my effort has decreased.

Oh, I'm also deep into training for my first marathon, at Los Angeles on March 4, 2007. I feel like I've turned a corner in that I actually think I'll finish it, and perhaps decently! I have learned so much in the process.

Why did I call this "plod, lift, repeat?" Well, that's how I started running. I took first steps in August 2005, and by October 2005 I was hooked. I think it's all right to say I plod less, but in some ways I still feel like a beginner. Every day is a new day, and as my LA training is showing me, a new adventure as I reach new milestones. Lift, repeat.

I'm new to blogging as well. I may or may not have readers, but I confess to lurking in other blogs (which I'll link to). I've learned from their experiences, and have been inspired by their trials, tribulations and successes. Inspired enough to even write something.

It's probably not unusual to have some sort of lofty goal or intent in starting a blog, but I do want to write (and share) what I've learned and experienced. At least I won't forget it (like, what did I wear when it was so friggin' cold out!?). If there's something to take away, and I do hope there is, it's all worth it to share my own trials, tribulations and successes.