So I'm running a 5k in August...

[one_voice]

This one.. http://www.runordye.com/

I guess I'm 'getting ready' for it.

I'm currently running 2 3/4 miles at 3.9 speed--it's a nice pace. Breathing is good.

I think I should be ready by August 17.

Right?

I'm pretty psyched....to be honest 6 months ago I couldn't walk a mile without getting all winded and tired. Now I'm running almost three miles everyday. Yeah, I'm proud of myself.

[NRaleighLiberal]

1. you should be proud! sounds like you are progressing well...

good for you!

[one_voice]

2. Thanks!

I'm going to plant some tomatoes in those big clay planters:

Like this:




which ones would grow the best in these? I would plant in my yard but my dogs wouldn't leave them alone.

I live in Delaware so we have pretty normal weather.

[NRaleighLiberal]

3. I plant everything - all varieties - in containers.

As long as you water enough and use nice fluffy well draining mix, they do great- because the roots are warmed by the sun (above the ground), they progress faster in pots.

I've got a lot about container gardening here http://nctomatoman.weebly.com/1/category/container%20gardening/1.html

[one_voice]

5. Thank you!!

my husband and I love tomatoes! I wanted to grow my own this year. Usually I just help my dad with his garden--he lives right up the street--but part of our 'getting healthy' is eating more tomatoes, so I want to grow my own.

I didn't realize how good they were for you! And red onions too--my husband loves them. Lots of mouthwash. LOL!

[In_The_Wind]

4. Sounds wonderful!

You have the right to be proud.

[one_voice]

6. Thanks I_T_W!

I quit smoking three years ago, and picked up some unwanted pounds, now I have to give them back.

[In_The_Wind]

7. I have a few pounds I'd gladly donate somewhere. Gained a few over this past month.

Sitting on my tush too much.

[Xyzse]

8. I'm glad!

Sounds great!
I can't wait for the next Run for your lives run.

You do deserve to be proud of yourself.

[one_voice]

11. That Run for you lives...

looks like fun too. There isn't one in my state, but Baltimore isn't that much of a drive for me. I may look into that.

[Raffi Ella]

9. That is terrific!

I know you are proud of yourself because I *know* how hard that it is! It's gotta feel good and yeah, you should be fine by August.

That looks like a lot of fun, I saw there's one in Atlanta, too. I'ma have to look into it.

[one_voice]

12. Thanks! My brothers, daughter, sister..

and son are doing it too. Family affair. LOL.

I know a lot of people that are doing it. It does look like fun.

[Aristus]

10. Good for you, one voice. Go for it!

Sheesh! Fight training and now road work. You're Wonder Woman!

[one_voice]

13. LOL!

I love beating on that bag. It's a great workout.

My mom has had both knees replaced and just came home from the hospital today; she had a hip replacement. She's only 65. She hasn't taken care of herself, arthritis runs in our family, I already have it in my hips, so I'm trying to do what I can to make sure I'm in better shape. Plus I like the way I feel when I'm done working out.

[Aristus]

14. Me too.

I feel better, sleep better, etc. I don't know if I look better, but I expect I don't look worse.

I wish I had been as in to fitness when I was a kid as I am now.

Maybe it's the prospect of getting older; you want to take better care of yourself, etc.

[LeftofObama]

15. Good for you!

Since you're running almost 3 miles a day now, do yourself a favor and enter a small local 5K before before August. It'll kind of prepare you for the one you've got your sights set on. They're a lot of fun and you will meet some great people. I wish you the best!

[AngryOldDem]

16. You're more than ready.

You'll do fine.

There is no better feeling (adrenaline rush) than the countdown at the start of the race, and crossing the finish line. It is a THRILL.

Good luck!

Please report back on how you did.