Will Run For Ice Cream

I couldn't believe how cool it was outside this morning. I wasn’t prepared for it to be so chilly. I didn’t run yesterday, which usually makes it more difficult for me to run the following day. But, I didn’t give myself a chance to talk myself out of it. I strapped on my running belt, put on my reflective vest and hat, kissed my husband, and walked out the door to the fresh air waiting for me. I decided to run the 2.8 mile loop today – lots of hills – But I chose to run the course where most of the loop was downhill verses uphill. I had to run/walk as usual. I’m disappointed that I’m still not able to run non-stop on my morning runs. But I have to tell myself, that I am out there. I am trying. And eventually, surely, I will get stronger.

A couple of years ago, I ran faithfully. In fact, six days out of the week, I would get up and run religiously with my best friend. We would run, talk, laugh and vent. How I miss those times! In July 2007, I got married and moved away from friends and family. Running alone was different for me than running with a running buddy. So different in fact, that I basically stopped running. But this July I started trying to 'get back on track' with my running, and I signed up for a 5K. This was the first 5K that I had run in five years. I was both excited and nervous. But, I'm pleased to say that I ran the race and I came in just under 30 minutes. I didn't break any records, but I am pleased with myself. Getting out there and running alone is difficult for me.