Double Down...or Double Tap

If and when a zombie apocalypse occurs, I am ready. I've watched Shaun of the Dead and Zombieland more times than I can count, and have spent hour upon hour binge-watching The Walking Dead.  I am a girl with a plan - Costco and cardio.

In the event of a real Zombie Apocalypse, I am making a mad dash for the neighborhood Costco. It's like the world's greatest "bug out bag" meets Ft. Knox...on steroids. When the brains hit the fan, that is where you will find me, holed up and prepared. Once those metal gates close over the front doors and the delivery docks are bolted shut, no one will be coming in or going out.  I could live for years in Costco. They sell generators, kerosene, grills, batteries, first aid items, food, water, furniture, entertainment, and a myriad of things with which to construct makeshift bombs or shivs.  A friend argued that Walmart would be the better choice as they sell guns and ammo.  Maybe so, but I would rather chance it in the wild with the zombies than to step foot in a Walmart.....both are equally risky, in my opinion.

I don't seriously think there will be a Zombie Apocalypse, of course.  I have, however, decided to sign up for the local "5k Zombie Run" in November.  I'm really excited to have this new goal!  This will be a really cool 5k to participate in too.  "Zombies" come out of the nooks and crannies on the course to "attack" runners as they pass by.  Before you begin the run, you are issued three flags to hang off of your body. The zombies attack you by trying to grab the flags.  The goal is to finish with all or some of your flags intact.   Finishing the run without any flags is the equivalent of having your brains eaten by real zombies. I saw pics on the website from previous years, and the zombies actually look kinda scary!  I am really excited!  Flags or no flags, everyone gets a medal and a t-shirt for finishing, and there will be a party afterward with food and entertainment!  I have recruited a few friends to join me, so this is going to be really fun!   

With the zombie 5k on the horizon, it's time to really get prepared. I have just over 3 months to do so.  If I've learned anything from Zombieland, it's that cardio is the #1 rule for survival.  Such will be the case at the Zombie 5k as well!  I am still on track with my C25k training program, and will have about 6 weeks between finishing the program and the Zombie Run.  At that time, I'm going to double down on my cardio by starting the C210k program, and taking it as far as I can before the big day.  

It feels really good to have a fun goal to work toward!  When I do finally reach  my goal, I'm going to treat myself to a fitness related shopping trip!  Maybe I'll get some new tennis shoes, or a cute workout outfit from Fabletics, or maybe even splurge on something awesome from Lululemon!  I'll see what strikes me at that time, but nothing will be as sweet and rewarding as crossing the finish line...with or without my "brains."   :)