In an attempt to get motivated to keep working at my desk, doing school work and other projects, I decided to take a break and go for another run. I have to log 32 miles before February 2nd thanks to a bet I made will long time friend come triathlete, Aaron Post. He, I and some other friends are meeting that weekend in Tahoe, California, for a little snowboarding. It's a good beginning goal and so far has succeeded in getting me off my butt and on my feet. And if I don't make it he gets to punch me. That's not really much motivation 'cause he's a bit of a girly man, but it's fun getting his hopes up.
My next goal after that is a bit larger: a half marathon. For the year my two main goals are running a half marathon and running a full marathon. I don't have a specific event in mind yet for either one but I know there's a half marathon in Santa Cruz in April, and the Chicago marathon is generally in early October, which gives me plenty of time to get ready. According to one training schedule I can start at the end of May and be ready in 18 weeks. Seems reasonable. I'm very motivated to follow through on my goals, not just because I'd like to actually keep a New Year's resolution, but also because I've felt painfully out of shape lately. Enough said about that. Besides, I like running.