Running to, and not from

I don’t remember exactly why I thought it would be a good idea to start running, three years ago. Maybe it was having so many instances of diabetes and heart disease in my family. Maybe it was looking thirty in the face. Maybe it was just the fact that it was good exercise, bone and muscle building.

I can tell you what I love about it now. When I say those magic words, that I’m going for a run, I am officially untouchable for the next 30 minutes. It’s just me, and the pounding of my feet and the rush of my breathe; that’s all I’m responsible for.

I also love running for the same reason as yoga; it focuses me in the present moment. If I let my mind wander, things go poorly.

Almost through week 3 of couch-to-5k. Three minute runs are cake. Next week, the 5minute runs start. Here’s hoping!

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