"God please protect my soulmate from harm, watch over him while he is away from me, guide him with your love, give him strength to make it through this difficult time,walk beside him in times of danger and in times of happiness,give him the courage to stay strong, comfort him with the knowledge of our love and please Lord, reassure him that I will be here for him now and forever."

Thursday, February 12, 2009

"I Just Felt Like Runnin.....So I Ran and I Ran....and I Ran Some More" .....Forrest Gump



We just felt like running....... because we both want to be a in shape and live a healthy lifestyle.

I ran in the Run Downtown on January 24th with some friends of mine and I started to feel more motivated to run on a more consistent basis afterwards. When I was running I thought about how I enjoy putting my body in motion, the solitude, and the peace I feel. When I somewhat finished I thought I was going to be back on track. Ah, things always look so easy!!!!!! The rest of the weekend I was worn out but I felt so much better about myself and really enjoyed the run.

My motivation to run this past month has been all over the place. Some days I just want to get out there and run and other days I don't even want to think about running. I haven't been pushing myself out the door either, when I don't want to run I don't. Bad I know, but I think a break is good for the body. Or, maybe this is just how I am justifying my laziness. Plus, I need to work on some things that I have neglected because I have been so busy!!!

I signed up for the Reedy River Run in March and want to do the Cooper Run in April with my close friends.The last run reminded me of why I enjoy running on most days. It also gave me a kick, to get back to running. I'm hoping to enjoy it like I use to and see that it does make you feel better about yourself.

I do agree that to become the runner you are, you can't dwell on the runner you're not. Start with what you've got - whether it's mental, physical or just the support of your family - and then just run. There really aren't any rules about what.... Ryan and I are using the treadmill to try to keep in shape. We are both trying to eat better and stay away from so much sugar and carbs!!!!
Hopefully the next time I blog about our status we will be doing well and in shape. We can do it!