NYC marathon training: Week 1

Welcome back all! I hope everyone has been doing well in spite of some pretty nasty heat as of late.

Enjoying a sunny Friday in NYC

In the last week, I've begun my official training for the NYC marathon. If I'm going to be honest, it's been a slow start. Between a busy week at work, finishing a course and starting a new one at NYU and having family visit, getting in my runs has been a challenge. I was short on time this weekend, but I was able to get out and run a few miles before we had to get going. What I've been able to control (eating right, exercising when I can, taking the stairs, walking more), I've done well. It's all about changing your mindset to focus on healthy living.

On Friday, I was in New York with my sister and her husband for a fun day in the city. We just cruised around and enjoyed a day off. Getting in a run wasn't an option, but I was able to do the next best thing - walk a ton. When it was time for me to meet up with the Mrs in midtown, I walked from Soho to see her (this is not close FYI). By the end of the day, I had walked over 10 miles according to my Fit Bit.

Tracking everything with the Fit Bit and "Lose it" has worked out great in my pre-training period. I dropped 9 lbs since mid-May, and feel strong as I begin to ramp up. Almost half way to my "fighting weight" goal.

This weekend I'll do a 5 and 6 mile run, and with some time off at the end of the week, I'll be getting in my mid week workouts with no trouble. The key is to not ramp up too fast though - so be sure to listen to your body.

Drive Slow