I’m back!  I ‘sat out’ for a while ‘resting and recovering’ from the Houston Marathon. 

I’ve been going to physical therapy for my knee/hip and I’ve run a few times – really slow and short. 

This week, I started Body Pump class at the gym.  I am so sore.  It hurts to do anything with my arms.  I guess that means I REALLY needed to be in this class.  My lower body is okay, maybe a little stiff in the mornings but not bad.  I am hoping that this class will help me reach my 2014 goal of FIVE CHIN UPS.  How many can I do now?  None.  I’ve got work to do.

Guess what?  I am going to enter the lottery to get into the 2014 Chicago marathon.  Yes.  I said it.   The lottery registration opens on March 5 and I will be throwing my hat in.  Wish me luck.

I know what you’re thinking:  “But Mary, I thought you said the Houston Marathon was going to be your last.” 

I changed my mind.

That’s all.  Until next time!