Training for this half marathon definitely did NOT go as planned. I signed up last September, got to it right away, then two months ago just kind of got lazy about it. Then vacation happened, we had a death in the family, and life just kept happening. But you know what? That's alright...I'm excited as ever about my first half, even if I have to walk a little of it. Last night, Caleb and I took a spontaneous date downtown and he kept saying "we'll be running on that street on Sunday!!" and something just got me really excited. I'm just happy that I have the privilege of running. So, why do I choose to run?
...because I can
...because I love the feeling of accomplishment when I'm done
...because I like a challenge
...because I like to prove myself wrong. Never did I ever imagine I'd sign myself up for a half marathon, but I did...and I'm all sorts of excited/terrified/pumped about it!
...because the results make me happy
...because having a good playlist makes me feel like I can take on the world
...because I feel happier and much more energetic throughout the week
...because I've always wanted to be able to say "I'm a runner"
...because its something Caleb and I can do together, he challenges me.
...because running shoes are cute, the more colorful the shoe, the better I run...right??
...because the running community is just plain awesome!
...because it challenges me to get outside and hit real pavement
...because it's a blessing to run, I have legs, and I wanna use 'em!
...because it's a blessing to run, I have legs, and I wanna use 'em!
...& because I like it. Simple as that.
I love all these reasons! I've always wanted to categorize myself as a runner too (it sounds pretty bad ass!) So glad you guys had a spontaneous date night! Those are the best. =) Good luck this weekend!!
ReplyDeleteBeing able to call yourself a runner is an awesome feeling!
ReplyDeleteGood luck this weekend!!!! Can't wait to hear all about it!
Woohoo!!!!! :) :) :)
ReplyDeleteI love this! good luck this weekend! you will ROCK IT!
ReplyDeleteGood luck this weekend! You're going to rock it! :)
ReplyDeleteLove this!!! Best of luck this weekend! Have so much fun!!!
ReplyDeleteGood luck this weekend!! You'll do great - can't wait to hear how it goes, friend!! xo
ReplyDeleteWoot woot! Good luck this weekend! And you know what else? Runners Tell All topic is share a running picture! So... in a few weeks you should join in and show an awesome pic from your race. You're going to do great!
ReplyDeleteBut seriously, a good playlist makes all the difference in the world!
ReplyDeleteI'm so excited for you guys!!!! I can't wait to hear about it!!! :) Good luck friend!!
ReplyDeleteAwesome reasons to be a runner! It makes me sad that so many people do it and hate it but feel like they have to. Exercise should be fun!
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