Since last blogging in July I have pretty much given up on running... we have had a huge falling out. It was actually to the point where I nearly HATED it! Now here I am, 4 months later, after much soul searching and running withdrawal, with a few important conclusions...
This challenge of running every day made running, something that I loved so much, a chore for me. It got to the point that I would put off my run until the last minute, I would stall to get ready for my run, and then I would stall at the doorway until Matt kicked me out the door reminding me of how good I would feel when it was finished. I was dreading each and every run! I forgot the most important thing... Why I run!
So, why do I run? It's that moment that I step outside into the cool air, the sun shining on my face, and the breeze blowing through my hair... all the stresses of the day instantly melt away and I am able to realize all the true beauty in the world.
Running also provides me with an opportunity to find out what I am truly made of! How far can I push myself today? How fast can I run before I have to stop? How many Kilometers can I squeeze in this week?
Sometimes I wonder who I really am when I run. I feel like a completely different person, a strong and confident person. Someone who knows what they want and is not afraid to go and get it! Running gives me a sense of control and strength. I love going through my day knowing that I was up before most people and have already completed my run, what a sense of accomplishment! This is something I want more of in my life, and not just when I run... so this is the exact reason I run!
Today... November 11th, 2010, Running I will unite again! It is time to conquer the world :)
