How and why did I start running? Where do I begin? Let's start with why.
Why:
I always feel like a hypocrite when I think about this subject. I never had a strong desire to be a runner. I couldn't even run to the end of my block without getting winded. And I was just fine with that. But one year ago, I just strongly felt that I needed to run. It has been such a therapeutic, and often spiritual experience for me, that I never even question why anymore.
How:
As I mentioned before, I could not run long without crumbling to the ground, gasping for my last breath getting winded, so I literally started running 1 minute on, 2 minutes off. Gradually, over a 7-week-period, I ran a 5K without walking.
It has been a slow ride over the last year, but I am happy with my progress. Just this last Saturday, I ran 10 miles-the most I have done so far. I am training for my first half, and I love seeing the miles rack up! I wonder how far I can go?
Absolutely LOVE this--and I am SO with you....Running for me is such a spiritual experience!! And it hooks me all the time! Therapy? For sure.
ReplyDeleteCongrats on signing up for your first half-marathon! That is so so exciting!! My first half was probably one of my greatest running experiences ever!! You can definitely do it!
I'm with you on sometimes feeling like a hypocrite! But kudos to you on getting ready for the half-marathon!!
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I love the challenge of running. It is fun to see how far you can go. I completed my first marathon this past November. When I would look at the training schedule and see 16, 18, 20 mile long runs listed, I would think NO WAY! But then the week came, and I did it. Training for a race is such an amazing process! Good luck on your upcoming half!
ReplyDeleteYou are doing great with your running! I always tell people if they can run 1 mile they can run 26.2! I never thought I could but slowly you just keep adding and before you know it a marathon is done.
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing your story with us.
Congrats on your progress and good luck on your half :)
ReplyDeleteWoo! Half marathon. I'm excited for you :) Thanks so much for linking up with us! Running is so therapeutic for me too, and it's often spiritual. I think about how grateful I am to be running, and I listen to my Jesus music (or my sermons on podcasts) and I love it. Have a great weekend! P.S. Love your profile pic. Very cute.
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