I Never Expected
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The girl who hated to sweat, now loves to run.
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If this behavior sounds familiar, welcome to my world.
Despite growing up in a family of athletes, I was a spectator when it came to sports. I watched my parents, siblings, spouse and children participate, but I NEVER felt the need to compete.
My motto was "No thanks, I hate to sweat."
Everything changed when I saw my daughter run her first half-marathon. I was spectating at the starting line, and was so surprised (shocked?) to see that everyone there wasn't a 20 year-old thin mint.
People of every shape, size and age started the race.
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And they didn't just start the race — they finished it! I was so moved by everyone's determination, I cheered for people I didn't know as they crossed the finish line.
Tears filled my eyes when my daughter received her medal. It was amazing. Inspiring. Just, wow! I began to wonder if, maybe — just maybe — I could run a half marathon. I started by walking. I trained for 13 months before I walked my first half in February 2013. One medal, and I was all in. Nine months later I ran/walked a second half marathon. I've been running ever since. |
Running has given me more than muscle tone.
Running has improved my balance and agility. It provides an inner peace I didn't realize I was missing. If you want to run, you'll find information and inspiration on this website that can help you.
Be patient with your progress.
Start where you are, and make your way to where you want to be, literally, one step at a time.
Take your time and train smart. Be patient with your progress. If you go too fast, or try to do too much, you'll end up on the couch in pain. One step at a time, people. You can do this!
Take your time and train smart. Be patient with your progress. If you go too fast, or try to do too much, you'll end up on the couch in pain. One step at a time, people. You can do this!
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