Marathon Training Day 4

One of the reasons I wanted to chronicle my training every single day online involves my understanding of the monumental task ahead of me. It is not just about the running, but I understand to complete this goal, I must change my diet as well. I know I must lose at least 15 pounds to alleviate the punishment my shins, feet and knees are going to take.
On Monday, I began Weight Watchers along with my running program. I think most of my friends who will take the time to read this will understand the struggles of taking weight off and keeping it off, and hopefully reading these posts will inspire you, amuse you, or give you something to use, even if it's by way of learning from my mistakes!
I had a nice 4 mile run this morning. I did it on the treadmill. For some reason, that seems to lesson the impact on my joints, though I know some people claim the opposite. It works for me, and it make a predictable time table for my workout. I plan to do at least 2 of my weekly runs on the treadmill. I felt great, and felt no ill effects from having run three miles yesterday.
As far as weight watchers goes, I can't seem to eat all the points I am getting every day. I know it is usually the opposite, but if nothing else, this program is teaching me that I don't eat too much, I was just not putting the right fuel into my body. So far, I have not struggled with it at all, and I have to say I feel much better and don't miss french fries at all- yet.