It's getting a little easier!

I just got done running today. I only set out to do a mile, but my goal was to run the whole thing. I did stretch beforehand, which was good! I decided not to bring any water with this time. I think it was a little easier because then I didn't have to worry about holding on to something. I could just concentrate on running and breathing. However, I did want just a sip of it while I was running.

I went a total of 1.28 miles today. I ran .89 miles of it though. Once I started running, I only walked one time in the middle. I walked before I started and at the end too. I found it easier today to push myself to go a little bit longer even if it was just a half a block. I do find that I have a hard time once I start running that I just want to quit right away. But after I keep going it gets a little better. I think that is a good sign at least.

I feel a little better today. No hurt muscles or back pain. I did get a small headache and I am also dripping with sweat literally. Kind of gross, I know. I did is all in 18 minutes. That is a little long for a mile but I am still a beginner who is way out of shape. I always get the thought in my head when I am running that says "What the hell are you thinking. There is no way you are a runner and can run 3 miles. How are you ever going to do a half marathon next year." I guess I will just have to prove my inner voice wrong!