I have never considered myself to be much of a runner. I did cross country in high school but really (let's be honest) I wasn't very good, nor did I have even one competative bone in my body, which without, doesn't get you very far in any sport. So, in the middle of my senior year I knew that if I wanted working out to be a habit when I was older that I had better start then. I discovered the eliptical during college and have basically done that, with a combo of biking, stair master, and weights ever since then. Perhaps it was something about being pregnant and big for nearly 2 years and being unable to run because of pregnancy limitations that I have this new found itch in me to run all the time now. I haven't ever really enjoyed running long distances. A good run for me would be like 3, MAYBE 4 miles but that would be stretchin' it. But now, I can't get enough. While we were in Utah- (let me stop this comment to preface by saying that in NO way is this meant to come off as boastful- trust me- it's not. I live with the big nip tizzle of runners and my "awesome work out" is his short run.)- I ran 7 miles one day (miracle of miracles) and since then I have done that a few times and have gone 5-6 miles almost every day I work out. It's nice to discover new ways to work out that you enjoy. What do you do enjoy doing?
Now, if only I could find a way to hate chocolate....
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That is great! I've always wanted to be a runner but couldn't ever get the itch. I played basketball in high school and had to run in practice because I was being yelled at to run. (Suicides.. I hated those)
I love sleeping.... :)
I totally relate to what you're saying! After decades of being what Ray & the kids refer to as a "sissy sprinter" I finally forced myself to try some of the longer stuff and I LOVE IT too:P Now , if I don't get in at least 8-10 miles each day (well ... 5 days a week anyway), I feel terrible!!!
BTW ... congratulations to Jessie!! Can't wait to see you (and your mom & Jessie, too, of course) soon. Hopefully!!
i'm opposite - i am struggling to do the running thing and jealous of those with the drive and passion.
with you on the chocolate thing though.
I wish I could be like this. My whole life I have wanted to be a runner, I just have never had the nerve to go out and just do it. I just need to get it over with and try it, we'll see how well that works. I'm with you though on the chocolate, mmm yummy.
Woot woot!!! Look at that calf definition!!!
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