I'm busy at work:
And, caring for a toddler:
But, these aren't new things, nor are they any more than what anyone else has going on. Then why was I feeling so burdened by it all? In part, I know it's the side effects of pregnancy hormones and fatigue; however, that wasn't entirely to blame. Then, it struck me last night -- I wasn't running.People run for a variety of reasons, but for me, one of the primary reasons I run is for stress-release. I've always found that regular running helps me simply feel good, mentally and emotionally. In the past few weeks, though, my running has been de-railed by the cold I had and the remaining congestion that is still bothering me. And even though I was still remaining active by walking everyday, it's just not the same for me.
So this morning, I determined to go for a run.
It was short -- just 1.5 miles -- but afterward, I felt good. A heart thumping, sweaty kind of good. The run didn't erase all those things I was feeling, but it made them seem manageable. And, that's why I run.Why do you run?
19 comments:
I love that heart thumping sweaty good feeling!! It is amazing how after just a short run you feel like you can tackle the world. Have a great day! Norah sure is a cutie!
Potato chips, beer and Girl Scout cookies.......
Glad you felt better after a nice little run! There is just nothing like those endorphins.
When something scary is chasing me and I have no other way to protect myself.
Just catching up with all you do and you exhaust me, in a good way of course.
Glad you had a nice trot, it always feels better...what about swimming instead, I've recently ramped up my swimming (for a 3k race) and it really helps with the burden's life throws your way....
Best wishes and enjoy your vacay!
I run so I can cope with life. It's not pretty so see a 36-year-old woman cry for no reason. Running makes me a happier person! Plus I like to feel like I accomplished something. Teaching is never ending, housecleaning is never ending, laundry is never ending. But I can nail a run, and I have DONE something to completion!
Good for you getting out there! Glad things seem a bit more manageable now.
I am sooo the same way. Walking just doesn't cut it. Good for you for getting out there. Even 20 mins helps!
It's funny how that "it's because I haven't been running" feeling hits you. The last few weeks have been a drag, but maybe it's because I haven't been running enough. Cheers!
so I can drink beer. Why would anybody want to run for any other reason? :-)
Way to detoxify your brain... (stealing that line from someone else, but sounded great!) Good to know you have that outlet to let you blow off some steam and/or clear your mind.
I run for exactly the same reason, stress release and of course because I love it. If I take a break for a few weeks I really start to feel it and crave running. Perfect way to clear the head.
Running is the best, isn't it? It's amazing how much better you feel after a run. I'm seriously tired just reading your post-hope your vacay comes quickly!
Glad to hear you got a good run in. I started running to lose weight, now I run so I can eat pizza and ice cream, and also for the stress relief.
oh you cute little preggers lady! but you are so right that running provides such a release
I found that running totally did away with all the craziness I was feeling because of menopause! Now I am addicted to that "I just ran" X amount of miles feeling!
Amen sister!!! I run to relieve stress too!!! Time to reconnect with me!
I definitely run because it makes me feel good. I'm not going to like though, I also do it so I can eat more!
Yep, I totally run for the same reason.
Running keeps me sane, I likr myself and everyone else in my life better when I run.
Happy running,
Elena
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