I saw this and immediately thought of my sister. She always looks like this when she crosses the finish line of her races. Actually, I belive the finishing photo for her first half marathon (taken 5 years ago) looks just like this.
Sometimes, I need to remind myself that I am not an elite runner that runs a 2 hour marathon, but instead I am a runner that runs a 2 hour HALF marathon. Sometimes, I need to remind myself why I run in the first place.
I run to be healthy and stay fit.
I run in the morning because it keeps me energized for the rest of the day.
I run at night, to reduce stress and wind down.
I run in the hot months of spring and summer because the heat leaves me drenched with sweat and the sun gives me Vitamin D.
I run in the fall and winter months because the cold is refreshing.
I run in the rain, because it is my favorite time to run.
I run in the snow because it is pretty.
I run in the woods…
in the city…
on the beach…
over bridges…
I run races…
to train…
set goals…
make new PRs.
In the end, running is about me. ME running my personal best and having fun, while staying healthy and happy-mentally, emotionally, and physically. And, although I will never be an elite runner, over the years I Â have become quite good at it.
Why do you run? What motivates you to run?
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