ICanDoBetter

Congratulations on day 2 :-)

I can't help but notice your name ... Any runs planned? :-)

SoberRunner

Thanks!

No, no running planned for today--it's too cold outside.
*I made this account when I was in CA so I used to run all of the time in the beautiful weather--now, I'm temporarily in GA and I don't fair well in cold weather; let alone run in it. Lol. The sun should be out later this week so I may go for a run then...

sugarbear1

There's a thread about Kickin' Asphalt....

http://www.soberrecovery.com/forums/...t-19-a-26.html

ICanDoBetter

I hear you. I'm in PA ... I also hate to be cold. I'm looking forward to longer days and some weekday running when it isn't frigid. I bought a road bike last year and am doing my first century ride This summer. Can't wait to hit the road instead of a studio bike.

ZeldaFan

Welcome back! I post on a tread twice daily to keep me on track and it's a great tool. Congratulations on day 2 and keep that momentum going!

SoberRunner

Thank you! That's what I was thinking about doing--making myself post in the morning and afternoon.

Soberwolf

You are doing great

SoberRunner

Thank you! I feel all goes well until Day 3... Usually around Day 3 or 4 boredom starts to kick in and I end of drinking wine (unless I have somewhere to go that evening and/or have something significant to do the next day...not including work.)

Dee74

make a plan for day 3 and 4

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SoberRunner

I knew someone would say that...

I'm trying to think of something to do because I can't afford to do anything / go anywhere that interests me. So, I'll have to do something that's free 'and' at home... Which usually isn't much which is why I tend to get bored around Day 3 or 4.

I'll keep thinking, and will definitely post tomorrow.

SoberRunner

Day 2 6:45 PM check-in... My trigger time has passed and I'm still sober. All is well for tonight!

SoberLeigh

Good to hear, SoberRunner.

Do you like to read?

SoberRunner

Hi SL,

Yes, I love to read (and listen to podcasts and you tube videos). I'm actually reading an online article right now...

SoberLeigh

FLCamper

Do you have a gym membership? They are about the same cost as 2 or 3 bottles of wine. I know - treadmills are not as great as being outside, but it would keep you busy for an hour or two in the early evening.

SoberRunner

No, I don't have a gym membership. I'll look into it! It would definitely be a good way to spend 2-3 hrs after work. Plus, they opened two new gyms less than 5mi from my house.

*I was going to say I can't afford a gym membership but you're right--if I stop buying wine I can.

Hawkeye13

yep--put that wine budget into some yoga classes or gym membership
for trigger times if only for a few months.

funny how we have money to drink on but are too broke for helping ourselves
I did this so many times--but yoga really helps

SoberRunner

Agreed! At least I'm (finally) starting to catch myself make those silly excuses these days.

SoberRunner

Day 3...

Today is my first day back to work (after a long weekend) so it's always a trigger. Also, my job stresses me out and I tend to look to wine for relaxation... I need a new de-stress routine! I can't sign up for the gym until the end of this month (e.g. Pay day) so I need to get creative for the next two weeks. It looks like it'll be a bit warmer this week so maybe I'll go running.

Teresia

Hi there, good for making it to day 3. I am sort of on day 1. again. I find running really helps, i did a lot of it before but due to drinking I am in a poor shape and really need to get started again. I am guessing by your alias you have a history in ruuning too? Good luck and stay sober!