Doesn't run well with others...

That's what I decided to call this blog on Sunday. On Saturday we had our first group run. Erin and I started out together, however about a mile into it I felt like I was dragging her down. I feel so uncomfortable running with others. Once the crowd got split up a little bit, due to pace, I felt better. Once Erin went ahead and everyone else was either in front of or behind me I was able to feel good about my run. I'm a lone runner. I run better when I'm by myself. I know totally weird. Everyone says a running buddy is the way to go. I think since I've started running I've pretty much been running alone, so that's what I'm used to and comfortable with. However, I know I need to overcome it.

Which I'm working on. Today Erin came and ran with me, and I did OK. I had to keep looking ahead and not worry about her pace or mine. And we did it, 5 miles! I don't want to spend 26 miles alone, so I definitely want to learn to run with someone.

Last week I lost 5.2 lbs! I know that I won't lose that much every week, but I really needed that loss to kick start my motivation. I'm working out 6 times per week and keeping my calories between 1700-1800 calories. This is my schedule so you help keep me accountable

Monday-Run 3-4 miles
Tuesday-Trainer
Wednesday-Run 5-6 miles, it will increase later in the season
Thursday-Trainer
Friday-Off :O)
Saturday-TNT run, distances varies each week. We will gradually work up to 18 miles
Sunday-Runner's Yoga

Wheew, I'm tired just looking at it! It's so worth it though. I love how I feel after wards. I need to add some tempo training i. I think I will do this on my Monday runs. I want to increase my speed. I want to be a little sore too, and after my 6 miler I wasn't. I had a blister, but no aches and pains that a shower and a good night's sleep couldn't cure. I don't want to be injured, but I want to feel the burn!