I answer,
"Because it's addicting. It's addicting because the fat melts off your body VERY quickly.
It's addicting because
it clears my head,
the weather is getting cooler, and
it's my 'me time.'"
I just finished reading Tricia's latest post,
and I totally agree with her.
As runners, we put our bodies through a lot.
As I've told my new doc, I can block out 90% of the pain when I'm running.
He said, "That's great for a runner, but it isn't exactly safe."
We both laughed. He knew what I meant. He has been running for 30 years.
I've done all kinds of workouts, and running is definitely different.
I never thought I could do it.
I never even wanted to in the first place.
I just know that after all this therapy, I AM going to run again.
This time around, I have learned to take it slow.
Running is a race, but it's a race that I'm in charge of.
The time, personal records, speed, intensity, miles... they're up to me.
I hope you find your "love."
I "jog" two miles tomorrow and have to report the outcome with my doctor. I'll post about it next week.
Have a great weekend!
3 comments:
you seem to be in a great place with accepting what you body can do and putting yourself in charge. I think that is just great!
Jennifer
For some strange reason, I've always preferred jumping rope and walking briskly to running. Perhaps it's because the last time I made that attempt I was left with a twisted ankle and unable for do the exercises I love for weeks. Who knows, when i hit my first goal I'll probably give it another try.
I love your blog. It's inspiring and I'm definitely following. :-)
For some strange reason, I've always preferred jumping rope and walking briskly to running. Perhaps it's because the last time I made that attempt I was left with a twisted ankle and unable for do the exercises I love for weeks. Who knows, when i hit my first goal I'll probably give it another try.
I love your blog. It's inspiring and I'm definitely following. :-)
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