Day Twelve: First Day of Classes, Last Day of Week Two in Couch to 5 K

Well today was the last day of week 2 in the Couch to 5K program.  It was also my first day of classes (or class, since I just had one today).  Looking at the upcoming semester I can see that I will be VERY busy and therefore probably only able to blog about the milestones and not every time I run.  That is no big deal though, I feel like I will soon start running out of new things to talk about.  I'll make sure to post tomorrow though and provide an update as to how I did on the first week of half-and-half run/walking.  After that I will be sure to continue to post at least once a week so that I keep on track with the program and don't get lax on the amount of time I spend on it (this blog is keeping me honest!).

I am interested to see how getting up extra early to run during the semester will affect my learning and concentration.  I already feel like my mind has been more clear on days when I run and that I have better focus and stamina at work.  I don't know if that is because of the running or just a psychological response to exercise or even just the weather (I LOVE cool, sunny days) but I am excited to find out.  It will also be interesting to see how running will affect my mood as the days get shorter, the weather gets colder, and I get harder to motivate to do anything due to the dreaded "winter weepies."  Stay tuned for updates as this semester and the cooler weather progress and keep the positive vibes and advice coming (cold weather running?  What's to know?).