I'm going to be running on the track today with Debs this evening. It's going to be the first time I'm running outdoors. And yes, I know it's a lot more challenging from running on the treadmill.

I'm scared.

What will I do without the mini-fans that come with the treadmill at my gym?

Without my treadmill counting the number of calories I'm burning, what will motivate me to continue running?

A friend suggested blocking out all distractions and focusing on nothing but running. "Get into the zone," she says. "What does the zone feel like?" I ask. "It feels amazing. For a moment, you're one with yourself," she explains. "Like how people say they get a moment of clarity before they drop dead?", I respond. Friend logs off MSN.