Hello again,
I hope I'm not being too annoying, but I just had to post. After Yoga X (all 90 minutes) today, I decided to go for that run/walk. However, it ended up being a run/jog. I mean I did walk during warm up and cool down, but that's it. I can't believe I, Pamela, actually jogged/ran for 30 consecutive minutes!!!! Woohoo! I confess that as I neared minute 29 (my last run interval) I was beginning to feel winded, but I thought about how great it would be to be able to post here that I actually ran for 30 minutes straight, and I suddenly was able to pick up the pace. It's weird, but after I finish the runs, I'm not tired. I feel exhilirated, and I just want to move, dance even. Anyway, thanks for letting me ramble. My family is supportive, but when I talk about the running, they look at me like I'm crazy, and my MIL has even tried to talk me out of it because she thinks outdoor running is bad for the joints. (Apparently two of her coworkers started running and hurt their knees.)
Carole, I can't thank you enough for suggesting the specialty shop. These shoes (and probably the past several months of Cathe

)have made all the difference. Other than the slight soreness the comes with starting something new, I'm in no pain. Quite a difference from the last time I attempted to incorporate outdoor running into my routine.
Thanks everyone and good night!
Pamela