Today was a great training day. First I shaved off another minute on my timed mile! I timed at 12:12 -- last month was 13:15 and the first month was 14:07!!! Training was 12 miles. Two months ago I didn't dream I could last 12 miles. Not only did I last but I felt great! Last week's 11 miles I was exhausted. This week I approached it differently mentally, splurged on an iPod, and had a fuel belt. Those were the 3 key things that got me through practice.
The iPod kept the voices in my head at bay. Only the good ones came through. I had some revelations today:
#1 I like this working out stuff. I actually like the running too (ok, I'm still at a run/walk, but that's OK). I don't know at this point if I'll ever do a full marathon again, however I do enjoy the 3 - 6 mile deal. My goal is to keep in shape after this - I may mentor the next season to help with that part - and participate in some 5k or 10k for good causes (MS, Alzheimer, etc). Don't worry - I'm not turning fanatical or anything. I'll look for 5k/10k that are benefits - I'm not concerened with "1st place."
#2 Life is good. I have great friends to hang with and have fun. I am blessed to say I have 4 really close friends. My family loves me - though we're all a bit strange :) My pets adore me even though I'm very busy lately. I'm healthy and getting healthier. I was able to buy a townhouse. I have a job that pays the bills and once in a while I actually like it.
#3 I'm single and having fun. I started out joining the internet dating scene and realized, it's just not me. I've cancelled all those memberships and am just concentrating on having fun. My friend said in a recent blog "It's Time!" and well, he's right [there are times I have to admit he's right :p]. Time to just have fun, enjoy life and not worry about being with someone. Yes, I miss the romance and closeness of a relationship, however I'm not going to date just because. If that special guy and I find each other, awesome! If not, at least I can say I enjoyed life.
#4 I'm ok with me. Yes, I'd like to lose a few pounds and I'm sure this marathon thing will help. However, I'm OK with how I look now. Why did that cross my mind today? Because although I now feel great, I haven't lost any weight yet! And you know what? That's OK. I look good - plenty of people have told me that. This is who I am on the outside and on the inside. Like me or move on! :)
PS -- still fundraising for the American Stroke Association too! Here's my site:
Karen's ASA Site
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