Hello 2010!

by kiwilog

I went running this morning. It was COLD. There were days last month that were 15 degrees warmer, and yet I managed to talk myself out of putting on those running shoes. But it’s a new year, and I have a new goal.

I’m not usually one to make resolutions (I can never think of a good one), but here’s what happened: I went for a Christmas run with my brother, who’s a college running coach, and as I moaned and groaned through a slow run, I told him how hard it is to get up when it’s dark and cold. I thought he’d say, “Yeah, I know how that is, but keep trying!” But he didn’t. He said, “I think you need a new goal. How about a half marathon this year?”

This might sound slightly crazy, but here’s the thing: I think it’ll be much, much easier to train for this race than it would be to just “get healthier.” I don’t know about you, but I need specifics. My brother’s going to give me a training plan, and I’ve found in the past that when I run regularly, I eat and sleep better too. Also, I like running–I think that’s key to a good goal, to like at least some aspect of it–but I just haven’t been motivated lately.

So, it’s exciting to have a new challenge that I’m pretty sure I can do–but not entirely. And I’ve already paid the 60 bucks for the entry fee, so I guess I’m in. I’ll keep you updated, but in the meantime, do you have a goal for 2010? Do you do better with narrow or broad goals? Anyone want to run this race with me?

–Sarah, KIWI editorial director

Tags: new year's resolutions