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What Running Has Taught Me

Today has been a reflective today for me. And I started thinking about all of the things that running has taught me.  Running has taught me that  I'm stronger than I ever thought I could be ( I finished my first marathon at 40) Sometimes when my body says rest, when my mind says no, that I need to listen to my body.  Stretching really is important, especially when it comes to Plantar Fasciitis. Sometimes I allow myself to be weak mentally and not push through runs when I have it in me to do more. I enjoy the sense of accomplishment that running gives me.  I am setting a role model for my son when it comes to fitness.  It has allowed me to be a part of a group of awesome people   Once a Runner, always a Runner Running has taught me balance and discipline.  Running is more than just putting on a pair of shoes, strapping on some gadgets and burning some calories. Running has truly changed my life.  ...