To recap: My SMART goal is the run 1 mile daily for 30 days in a row. If I miss a day for some reason, I will just start fresh the next day rather than try to “make up” the mile. After 30 days, I will reflect and adjust.

Day 1 felt strong. I ran the mile outside, up the road 0.5 mile and back 0.5 mile. Day 2 was more challenging because it was 90 degrees outside, and all three kids were home. I ran around the house a bunch of times until I hit 1 mile. This was not as enjoyable.

Day 3 is today. I ran a 1 mile loop around the roads near my house. My knees ached at the start, but I had a stong finish thanks to a downhill end plus an upbeat favorites list in my headphones.

Achy knees have always plagued me. Even as a kid, I grew tall quickly and suffered aches and pains in middleschool. To counteract this now, I’m supplementing with strength training 3x/week with guidance from my Fit Vegan Coaching program (thanks, Sara!) https://fitvegancoaching.com It is important to follow the advice of your personal medical professionals and training experts to ensure good form and avoid injuries when taking on new physical challenges.

How are your SMART goals going? Remember, it’s Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Releant, and Time-bound.

*As always, this website and blog information is not medical advice. Please consult your medical professional if you are changing your health behaviors, including starting a new diet or exercise program.