Let’s be real, running sucks. No matter how much I want to
love it, I still revert back to the basic fact that running sucks. I am swimmer so this whole soaked in sweat, feet pounding pavement thing is a serious
adjustment I had to make… but I’ll admit it, it’s growing on me. My advice to
readers is to take it slow and set weekly goals for yourself. Don’t expect to
throw on those Nikes and start running a 5k in a matter of days, these things
take time. Personally, I started with a run/walk for a mile a day until I
gradually started getting more comfortable with it. I will never be a long
distance runner, but nowadays I am putting in at least two miles of steady
running (sometimes jogging) a day. So what keeps me motivated?
Rise and shine: Getting my run in before work.
Although it is so much easier to hit the snooze button, I have found I have a
longer and more productive run when I wake up and go for it. Not only do I not
have to dread the fact that I still have to exercise after a long work
day, but I also have improved energy
levels throughout the day. Also, at 6am I get to catch some pretty awesome
sunrises.
Have a playlist ready: Music can make all the
difference during a run. Find your own soundtrack, sometimes that upbeat groove is all it takes to push an
extra mile. Some of my steady “go to” pick me up songs? Journey’s Don’t Stop Believing and Lupe Fiasco’s The Show Goes On
Track your progress: Apps like Runkeeper and Map
my Run are great tools to help track your running journey. You’d be surprised
how motivating it is to see you went that extra mile (pun intended)
Get the right shoes!: This is a must, I know we
are all on a budget, but a good pair of running sneakers can make all the
difference, and last for long time. Most sporting goods stores have experienced
reps to help in this process of learning which shoe is best for you.
Will I ever consider myself a runner? No, probably not. But
hey, I am better than I was yesterday.
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