So, you've been away from working out. You get busy at work, or the kids have some sort of project every night for weeks on end, or...well life just gets in the way of your working out. It happens. Its not like you don't want to workout, you just have other priorities that take precedence.

Now you have some time. What do you do now?

Jeff Galloway over at Runners World has some tips on how to get you back in the saddle.
See the details here: http://www.runnersworld.com/article/0,7120,s6-380-381--12889-0,00.html

Highlights are below:

Take Five
If you've had an especially long layoff, just five minutes of running is enough to give you an energy boost, without leaving you tired.

Take 10
For 10 to 15 minutes, alternate 30 seconds of running with 30 seconds of walking. The short running segments will be easy to handle mentally and physically, and the walk breaks will erase any fatigue.

Build on Blocks
Scout out a quiet block near your home or office and set a goal to run around it just one time. Most neighborhood blocks span a half mile. Drive it beforehand to determine the distance.

Now, set a goal to keep the gains you've made. Here are some ideas:

Make It Official
Schedule three runs a week in your appointment book for the upcoming month. By making your run an official part of your plan for the day, you're more likely to stick to it.

Do It First
Most people find early morning runs easier to do consistently. Set your alarm 45 minutes earlier, and get your run done before the day begins.

Multitask
Combine your sweating and social time. Instead of meeting a friend for coffee, run or walk together