I survived Week 1 of Couch to 5k without dying or quitting. And I only think I survived it because I am not a completely sedentary person. Roller derby has thankfully helped that. It just hasn’t helped with my breathing so much. And that seriously is where most of the struggle lay, I can move my legs all day, but I start feeling like my lungs are going to explode and with that comes the puking feeling. Luckily I am smart enough not to let it get that far and I kind of stop. I hate to be messy, so yeah. I am one of those that has to build up, hence making it easier for me to breathe. I guess I am expanding my lung capacity.
That’s a thing right? This week I’ve also implemented some other changes.
Weights! Because I seriously lack upper body strength and need to get rid of chicken wings? Bat wings? Or whatever you call them.
Some things that have happened this past week:
- I am breathing easier. Every week the run time increases by so much and by the end of the week it is easier.
- I am less tired and feel great after I workout.
- Believe it or not, I’ve decreased my caffeine consumption.
Things that I plan to keep happening:
- Keep up my workout routine.
- Cut out all fast food.
- Increasing my lung capacity and learn to breath better.
- Drink 3 liters to a gallon of water a day.
- Cut out all energy drinks. (This has been easier than I thought it would be).
I’ve been running on the treadmill to get started, but am going to start running on paths and tracks so check out these running belts that can hold your iPhone 6 plus. Which is awesome because I got my huge phone for easier blogging on the go, but it’s not feasible to track my running without a belt made for it.
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