I never imagined running to be more than just that, running. But it is so much more. Running has become a close friend of mine, without even realizing it. The thing about running is it never leaves you crying in the middle of the road, even if you are running by yourself... you are never by 'yourself'. While I'm out there pounding the pavement I am able to vent stresses of the day, come up with what I think are brilliant ideas, and realize what I am capable of and then push myself just a little bit further.
I started running 'seriously' in 2007. Prior to that, I had ran a few 5 and 1o km's on the treadmill at the local gym: my so-called weight loss plan. Then, for some reason in 2007, I thought it would be a good idea to train for a half marathon... why start small? When it's time to get into the water, it is always best to jump in with both feet! Since then, I have learnt a lot more about running and what goes along with it. To date, I have completed 6 half marathons and 3 full marathons, and still no 5 or 10km races!
Today on January 1st, 2010 though I will begin a new challenge. I will be running every day for the next 365 days, and somehow I have convinced my husband to join me for the ride. Each day will consist of at least a 5km run, with some actual training runs stuffed in there as well. My hopes for this challenge is that it will help me to gain control of my life, both emotionally and physically, but that it will also help rejuvenate my relationship with my husband.
January 1st might not have been the best choice for a day to begin this journey, you know with all the failing new years resolutions and not to mention the alcoholic beverages consumed on new years eve, but here we are. Thank goodness today is only a 5km run!
You and I are on similar journeys, although I have only started on my recovery. I am going to follow you, and read your archives. Come visit me sometime!
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