just last year, i couldn't fathom the thought of going for a run. or even a light jog. a walk... yep, i loved those but nothing more. when i moved to california, bout half way through living there, i just got really excited about "working on my fitness." and so the journey began. a walk/jog here & there. then it turned into a light jog. then it turned into actually running around the neighborhood. was it ever really enjoyable for me? no. not really. but one thing it did do for me was, it cleared my head. and i think that's why i kept going. gotta have some kind of motivation, right?
anyway, so after my run today {4 miles} i was driving home and i thought, "dang. just last year i probably couldn't have done that without thinking that i would literally die." it just made me feel happy. and accomplished. i love working out now. some days i don't want to, but once i'm at the gym or running outside - i feel good. do i feel pain? absolutely. but just like that quote up there.. i endure the pain because i know that it's weakness leaving my body.
so anyway. there's a fitness update for you. it's 2012. let's work on being healthy, enjoying life and making the most of every moment. {and hey, don't deprive yourself. sneak a little treat here & there as well ;) }
woot! same here anth...after running all those miles in high school i thought i was done for life! but now i've come to "enjoy" it...staying healthy is SO important. and it makes those treats even more special ;) loves!
ReplyDeletegirrl...if it weren't for my dear sweet husband, i wouldn't be a runner either. i started when we got married because he ran. he's been my coach and biggest fan. i love love love/hate it now:) mostly love, but there are those days when it just feels like the first time. way to go on 4 miles!
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