Four years ago, I had a plan. I was going to run a marathon for my 40th birthday. It would be a celebration of endurance, discipline, and a little bit of defiance. Then the pandemic hit, and like so many dreams, mine was deferred.
Now, at 44, I’m lacing up again. Not for 26.2 miles (yet), but for something more foundational: the Mayo Clinic’s 5K training schedule. It’s structured, gradual, and sustainable. As a lawyer and law professor, I live by structure. As a woman with ten stubborn pounds to lose and a full-time career, I live by realism.
This blog is where I find accountability. My legal mind craves precedent and progress. My runner’s heart craves rhythm and resilience. And this program? It’s my opening argument for a healthier, stronger me.
Why the Mayo Clinic Training Schedule?
- It’s evidence-based. The Mayo Clinic’s approach is medically sound and designed for long-term success.
- It’s doable. Three runs a week, starting with intervals of walking and jogging. No judgment and no burnout.
- It’s mine. I’m not chasing anyone else’s pace. I’m reclaiming my own.
What You Can Expect Here
- Honest updates from the road (and treadmill).
- Training tips that fit into a busy schedule.
- Recipes that fuel without fuss.
- Reflections on wellness, discipline, and the occasional legal metaphor.
Today’s run was short. Just 30 minutes of run-walk intervals. But it was mine. And it was sustained. If you’re starting over, starting late, or just starting to believe in yourself again, welcome! Let’s move forward together.
Note: I’m not a medical professional. I’m just a lawyer with a running dream. Please check with your doctor before starting any new fitness routine.
Lawyer in Motion: My Road to Marathon Fitness 
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