Back up and running (literally!)

I've been on a bit of a fitness hiatus lately.  I've actually been on hiatus from a lot of things lately.  I've been self absorbed with the stress and busyness of life.  I've learned a lot about myself during this time - when I feel up to a 'deeper' post maybe I'll share.

Back to my fitness hiatus.  I've been working out here and there but I really haven't stuck to a schedule for a good six weeks.  For the last two weeks I haven't been eating well either.  I had already been planning to get back in the saddle this week - and then I went bra shopping this afternoon.  Let's just say that seeing my scantily clad torso (I was bra shopping - remember?) reflected back at me in the dressing room mirror did nothing to for my self esteem.  It did however, do everything to get me excited about getting back up and running this week. 

In fact, I just signed up for my next race - The Running Opener - which will take place on Saturday, April 3rd.  I'm especially looking forward to this race because it will be at Lake Phalen.  I've considered running around Lake Phalen many times but given the frequency with which runners get mugged and assaulted in this location I've thought it wise to stay away.  I'm thinking the race officials, volunteers and 500 other runners will increase the safety factor to an acceptable level - I'm nothing if not logical. 

So what do you say - do you want to join me?  It's not too late to sign up - you can even sign up on race day.  There's a 5K and a 10K race - and a 1K Bunny Fun Run for the kiddos.  You can walk or run so anyone can participate.  Let me know if you sign up or decide to come out to cheer me on.

Happy running!