I had another stressful day at work, and as a result I did not feel up to my Wednesday kick-boxing and kung-fu class. But I did get out for a quick run before Heroes started. I ran my short route, and tonight it took me about 14 minutes. I did not time it accurately though. Felt good, I headed out at a fast pace (fast for me), was forced to slow a little half way around, but picked it up again. Felt like a proper run again. Feet still ache now (3 hours later) and I was really panting hard.

When I started running my legs would always fail me before I really got out of breath, but now I can work my cardio system much harder, as I can continue to run even when my heart is pounding and I am gasping for breath. I really should buy a heart rate monitor so I can see how I am progressing in this respect.

I am still going for fitness and strength, rather than weight loss, so I am not dieting at the moment, but I am getting fitter. I live by the philosophy that weight loss / fat loss will follow fitness. At least that was the excuse I used while eating chocolate cake and cream, and drink beer, during Heroes this evening.