I am joining a gym...7 day trial 1/2 over

 I have been contemplating joining a gym. I signed on for a free 6 day trial at this gym nearby. Saturday was my first day. I did a spin class. Holy Moley! My lady bits are not a fan, However I DID make it the full hour! I made the mistake of updating my MapMyRun app (Replaced RunKeeper), and my friend saw and gave me hell for not texting her. She wanted to go. We met up later that evening at this local pub (where I completely negated any work I did at the gym, HELLO Cocktails, wings and Saratoga Chips!) and decided that we'd do another spin class at 8am the next morning. Not smart! I further negated THAT workout by having a root beer and yummy apps at my father in-laws. Oh. And the pasta salad! Not a great weekend, but I am still determined.

 It takes 21 days to create a habit, and 50% of those that make one, drop their fitness plan after before 6 months (or so says the personal trainer I met with). I am planning on entering the Color Me Rad 5k in September. Maybe that will keep me motivated.

I ran this morning. I missed my Sunday Start for my Beginner-5K training. I will loose out on one "Rest" day, however, I managed to do 1.7 miles in 18 min with a  5min. Run/1min. Walk plan. Not too shabby. First time I went over a mile. This program is to help get me to the point where I can run non stop for a half hour. Based off of my 5/1 (3x) run. I have no doubt I'll be able to make it! I know that I will not be competitive for  my first race, but I want to finish strong.

 Back to the bit about the gym. I got on the scale, and it was one of the body composition ones. Measured my weight, fat, water...the whole 9! I am "Healthy" in all areas, but I definitely can't wait to get back on in a couple weeks and see what progress I have made. The great thing about it, is it shows progress, even if you don't see it reflected in actual pounds off! Where many people get discouraged when they don't see actual weight loss, a good body composition scale will show you that you didn't really plateau. Invest in one or ask you gym if they have one. A great tool.