It’s early morning and a very cold 35 degrees. And it’s a little different seeing that low temperature when I’m going to be spending 40-50 minutes outside. Chafing may be an issue for people who are overweight, like I am, or for anyone depending on how one’s body is built. It’s important to have either running tights or underwear that covers those areas so you don’t have skin-on-skin friction. I’m new at this, and everything is a learning experience. So, though it isn’t pleasant to speak of such things, I’m always going to keep it real, even when a difficult topic comes up. This episode is sponsored by my mother Hank Davis, who graciously provided the hat and gloves that are keeping me warm today. Let’s also appreciate what’s good about running in the winter: no bugs, cooling, less irritants in the air. So I hope I can remember and appreciate these things on the many cold workouts I am sure are ahead. I’m excited and motivated that I have progressed to the point of being able to run about a half mile. It’s great to have a little success like that, especially in light of the recent couple of pretty tough days, and a day in which I did not run at all. The back issue did not return, and I know from past experience with it that exercise is the best thing for it.

Weight: 267
Workout time: 52Minutes
Distance (total): 2.73 Miles
Run Portion: .45 Miles
Heart Rate (min/max all day): 60/97
Steps: 12,031
Goal: To run 10.5 miles in one day by 11/18/18