Reality not Slacking

I am taking the plunge today to officially register for the Half Marathon. I was battling a bit of guilt for not undertaking the Full again this year. A friend kindly reminded me to not bite off more than I can chew and to make it fun! Because really, what's the point if it's not fun? I know I can run a full, I've done it before and I can do it again another time. This year it's just not in the cards. New Perspective is my goal this year, not run until I drop! Elijah and I have plans to do more things together and I want to have more time with friends. Committing to a Full marathon running schedule would defeat the purpose of accomplishing these new goals. Also in order to remain healthy a Full marathon would not allow that to happen for me. I am going to run because it feels good. It's going to happen this year without pressure of a goal time or anything else. I will run it purely for the fun of it! There's always next year for the Full. My body and mind are telling me to take a small break but not to give up on what I love completely. By running the Half I am facing reality of my current situation and giving myself permission to step back a notch. It's not slacking, it's just the reality of what's best for me right now. Thanks to everyone for your support along the way. I'm gonna need it. I may need the occasional reminder that it's ok to slow down in order to do what's right for me and my family.
I am going to try a new class with Karrie tonight~Kickboxing! I am looing forward to it. Hoping it meets our expectations so we can make it a part of our weekly routine. I need something other than spinning 3 times a week and once a week bootcamp. Hoping Kickboxing fits the bill!!