Baby Steps

3.5 miles and 13.5 lbs. lighter, I have finished the Chase Corporate Challenge Run in Central Park NYC this past Thursday.  Accompanied by my friend and co-worker David, I had a blast.  Injecting a 30 min warmup jog before my daily kettlebell exercises for a little over two months, I have progressed from a 11 minute mile to a good 8min mile jog/run. I was very happy with the results. Not able to pass the 3 mile mark without inducing a mysterious pain in my right calf for the last few years, I never got involved with running seriously.  This year with the mentality of “Baby steps” not pushing too hard and really paying attention to my body, I finally am running 4-5 miles painfree.  My next challenge is the Mens Urbanathon in September with an 8mile run with obstacle courses and 50 flights of stairs.  I plan on training for this one with more than “warmup” runs.  My kettlebell training and yoga will be a constant and I’ll be building up my mileage slowly for the next two months.  I plan on finishing the Urbanathon in 1hr and 15mins or less.  Just like my Kettlebell training, “Baby steps” is my key to Zero to Hero!!! Wish me luck and I hope to see some of you at the starting line in September.

Ok I forgot the real incentive was the food provided after the race (and alcohol for those who drink!)