I took Vaughn for a run this morning, and I really enjoyed. I have never run with a dog before so I have nothing to compare to, but I think we did really well. She made a good pace dog at the beginning... I set the pace and she kept it up. I noticed myself slowing up b/c cause she would get a step or two ahead and I would have to catch back up. I don't know what my pace was, but I imagine it was pretty steadier, probably more than usual. I started up a very tough hill and almost turned around, but Vaughn looked back at me as if to say "Come on Mom you can do it!". And I did!

She went about 30 minutes before I could tell she was getting tired so I know that we ran at least 3 miles. We walked about a mile after that. Nice easy recovery day. I also did a little bit of strength training focusing on arms and shoulders.

I have a busy weekend filled with soccer games, birthday parties (of the adult and child variety) so hopefully I won't have a hard time sticking to food and exercise goals.....