After some rough times, I decided that 2026 was going to be my year to focus on improving my health…especially as I stare down turning 40 in early October of this year. Overall, things have been going pretty well! I haven’t lost as much weight as I’d like but I’m definitely stronger, cut down on wine and cocktails (most of the time), and eating well.
In addition to some admittedly light strength training, I started running again. Finished my first 5k a few months ago in about 30 minutes, which was a big deal for me. And, after taking a few weeks just to do some fun runs and random Pilates classes, I’m now in the middle of Peloton’s 10k program (which is hard!).
Even though I sort of hate the 2x/week speed classes in that program, I feel pretty confident that I’ll finish and be comfortable running 10ks in June—which I would be very proud of!
Thing is, I have gotten a bug in my brain about running a half marathon before turning 40. I found one in late September that would work well, timing wise.
I’m also a mom of two little ones with a tough job (not that those are particularly unique blessings/challenges!) so like to be practical that I may not be able to stick to a super regimented schedule.
But for those who have gone from 10ks to a half marathon, would 3ish months be enough to get up my mileage even if I need to skip a day or two/week due to life?
I was looking at the Peloton program, which I believe is all outdoors. Any advice on that one or others (or just strategies) would be appreciated!