Upon finishing the Santa Barbara Marathon in December of this year, it occurred to me that I really love to run! Any rational person might think that I would have come to this conclusion at some earlier point in my running years, but it wasn't until I crossed that finish line of my sixth marathon that I realized what a profound effect running has had on my life. I always liked to run but I had done it more as a form of exercise to make me fitter and healthier and via Team in Training I had a motivation to train and raise funds for those with blood cancers. Now I have a love for the exercise and the motivation to continue to raise funds for TNT whenever I can to make a difference in others lives as well. I have completed 7 seasons with TNT and raised about$12K so far. It is an awesome organization.
Why running? Well, I think A LOT! My mind is constantly in motion, planning, wandering, pondering, analyzing, etc. In addition to a busy mind, I have a crazy life filled with two small boys, a husband, school and whatever else I can fit in. Running is an escape and it stabilizes me and evens me out. It is the one activity where I can focus solely on myself - where I can focus on my breathing, my movements and allow my mind to just roam free.
I have found that I feel better and happier when I run. And when I am running and find that flow or my "happiest pace" it just all works for me. Now that the kids are a little older, I am in a position to train consistently and really focus on my running. What better time to set some challenging training goals and move forward!
Be warned - if you happen upon this blog, you will most likely be bored out of your mind. It is just a place for me to record my thoughts, training and goals.
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