Brittany: Week 3, Day 1.

It's time to discuss my just jog of week three. This was a huge move. I was scared. A three minute jog? Really? Moving from a minute and a half to three minutes sounded huge. I decided I was going to start the day one program, try the three minute jog, and then stop. I've been sick with this insane sinus infection and fluid behind my ears, and three minutes is a big move. I didn't think I could do it.

I set off on day one, my five minute warm up walk was great, the minute and a half jog was a breeze, the next walk was simple, and suddenly it was time for the three minute jog. It started simply enough and before I knew it I was halfway through. I kept going, and going, and then it was over. I was tired, but thinking, "that's it?" I went slow. I wasn't trying to push myself too far as I'm still recovering and on a ton of meds. But I did it. I decided to keep going and actually finish up day one. I did it. Slowly, and with much encouragement from my insanely hilarious and most awesome boyfriend. It's kind of like having my very own cheerleader, without the short skirt and pompoms. He's awesome like that. Day one of week three was not nearly as daunting or terrifying as I expected it to be and I'm excited to start day two. It was definitely awesome to surprise myself. I really thought I wouldn't be able to finish the three minute jog. It sounded so big, so long. But it really wasn't that bad. In fact, it wasn't bad at all. I loved the feeling of finishing something I was completely convinced I couldn't do. 

I think the most awesome part of this whole experience has been surprising myself. I'm not a runner. I don't run. I continue to maintain that stance. But I'm developing a love of surprising myself. And feeling like a badass when I do. I've got to say sweaty boobs may not be fun, but feeling like a total badass is.