The holidays are over. 2013 is here and I’m still running……So many people have said to me recently, “I’m joining a gym on January 1st” or, “I am totally going to lose weight this year.” I’m here to say that running out on the pavement, on the treadmill and wherever I happen to be, has kept me from making any weight-loss resolutions for years. I’ve been in the same body size for a loooong time and it’s all due to running and a healthy food plan.
Running is ME TIME. Running means peace for me; a time to breathe, pray, taking it all in before the rest of the world wakes up and pounces on me. After my run, I can tackle those pounces and usually have a great day.
“It’s too cold outside, I can’t run” is just an excuse for not being driven. When it’s cold outside, that’s an excuse for me to buy new cold running gear!! Forget about the fancy schmancy handbags, pumps and jewelry. Give me a gift card to Athleta or any running store and I’m a happy momma.
What are you doing this year to take care of yourself? What will you do for YOUR “me time?” For me, it’s running, spending quality time with my family and trusting that I’m exactly where I’m supposed to be. Whether it’s a 5 miler or a 13.1 miler…..running is running. It doesn’t matter if it’s an 8 minute mile or a 14 minute mile – a mile is a mile is a mile.
Wishing my fellow runners a happy, healthy 2013 that is filled with flat pavement, fun races and no resolutions.
Run on my friends.
lwieland1971 