Sorry for another post about running, so if you don't really want to read it, stop now. I decided today that running is completely a mental thing for me. My body is strong and can run pretty well, but it's up to my mind to make it do so. I just about swore off running this week. I struggled to finish a few three milers during the week. Every time I left, I was in a really crappy mood and didn't really want to run. Thus, my body didn't want to do it and I had to drag my self through 3 miles and back home. Quite miserable. I knew that I had to run 8 today and was wondering if I could really do it. I woke up at 5:30 and after tossing and turning for a while I got out to get my '8' miler over with. Wow, positive attitude huh? When I walked out the door the weather was perfect and the sun was just coming up. The world (even in Vegas) was quiet. My mind was clear and rather than letting anything crowd it I decided to just enjoy my solitude. I turned on my IPod and blazed my 8 miler, which turned into 10 miles. Yahoo! I felt really good physically and even better mentally. That is the one thing I LOVE about running. It can be a great mind and soul healer. I needed it. Incredibly cheap therapy. My attitude has been adjusted and I guess I just need to remember that it's really 'all in my head'. Carry on!
P.S. We are having our family pictures taken this afternoon by my good friend Amy. So, I will have some new, fun pictures to share soon. :)
1 comment:
Yes I feel that same way about running. Some days it's great and others not so muhc. It all depends on MY attitude. Funny thing is...that's how life is too! I love hearing your running posts. I need your positive attitude. Thanks.
I can't wait to see your new pictures!
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