Today began the 6th week of my SmartCoach training program through Runner's World. I was a bit nervous about the scheduled 5 mile run. I did something to my back yesterday while watching my Son's soccer game, and I am experiencing some discomfort. Also, I have lots to do on so many fronts. However, my program called for a 5 mile run, and, therefore, a 5 mile run it would be. I rationalized that I did not have to run at the designated pace; I just had to finish the distance.
Well, I didn't run at the designated pace -- I ran faster without even trying!!! I just got out there and did my best, which ended up being better than I thought I had in me. Now I am totally re-energized for the too full schedule I have for the remainder of the day.
Runs like today's are why I run. I need to remember this feeling and accomplishment! Even if I can't impress anyone else, I can impress myself, which really is all that matters in the end....
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Monday, September 24, 2012
Tuesday, March 8, 2011
Walsh Wanderings - Week 9 - readjusting the remaking
It is time to readjust and for doing, rather than reacting, thinking, and writing. This week 9 included only one run, which was great but not nearly enough. That means that in 2 weeks I fit me in (for running) only 2 times. While I certainly was productive on other fronts, I need to fit me in for running as much as I need so many other things.
I think that I was failing to focus, and to live in what Dale Carnegie terms, day-tight compartments. I am doing so many things, and have three times more that I want to be doing. However, I have to remember that I can only do one thing at a time. Also, it's okay that my writing, reading, researching, sorting, eBaying, organizing, redecorating, renovating, socializing, and cleaning get fit in less than desired, or not at all. They need to be fit in around and after running, working, mothering, and eating properly.
The negative effects of not running already are setting in; I am fighting sickness, tiredness, restlessness, and grumpiness. Fortunately, I have not gained weight from this recklessness. However, mentally, emotionally, and physically, I feel less fit for sure.
I will take this lapse as another learning experience regarding the benefits of running, which again are realized in the negative by not running. Already this week, I have run twice (slow and steady) and feel reengergized. Being proactive than reactive once again prevails!
This lap of my remaking will be powered by the following recent Runner's World quote of the day by marathon winner Julie Isphording:
Running has given me the courage to start, the determination to keep trying, and the childlike spirit to have fun along the way. Run often and run long, but never outrun your joy of running.
I think that I was failing to focus, and to live in what Dale Carnegie terms, day-tight compartments. I am doing so many things, and have three times more that I want to be doing. However, I have to remember that I can only do one thing at a time. Also, it's okay that my writing, reading, researching, sorting, eBaying, organizing, redecorating, renovating, socializing, and cleaning get fit in less than desired, or not at all. They need to be fit in around and after running, working, mothering, and eating properly.
The negative effects of not running already are setting in; I am fighting sickness, tiredness, restlessness, and grumpiness. Fortunately, I have not gained weight from this recklessness. However, mentally, emotionally, and physically, I feel less fit for sure.
I will take this lapse as another learning experience regarding the benefits of running, which again are realized in the negative by not running. Already this week, I have run twice (slow and steady) and feel reengergized. Being proactive than reactive once again prevails!
This lap of my remaking will be powered by the following recent Runner's World quote of the day by marathon winner Julie Isphording:
Running has given me the courage to start, the determination to keep trying, and the childlike spirit to have fun along the way. Run often and run long, but never outrun your joy of running.
Monday, February 21, 2011
Weekly Wanderings -- Week 7
This was a busy and scattered week, with lots going on. Each day brought new challenges. Fortunately, as I am in a good place personally, I was able to go with the flow and live life as it unfolded. Perhaps I would be charaterized mostly as a proud plugger.
I still have not incorporated the last 2 healthiest food selections -- barley and lentils. I will fit them in before month end. In the meantime, I am so satisfied with the many healthiest food selections that I have continued to incorporate.
My fit focus was absolutely awesome, with 4 fulfilling runs! Three of them were outside, and totally reenergizing. One run was at the gym, but was a success because I tracked the bit of speed I am rediscovering. Twice, I specifically recall thinking that I did not have time for a fun -- life was getting in the way. Instead of following those thoughts, I fortunately forced myself to fit me in.
Significantly, each day I was able to cross at least one item off my life list. Some items carry with them my inadequacies and insecurities. Crossing them off, therefore, brings such success.
Too much of my brain is bogged down with readjusting and refocusing which of my many roles holds the primary position. Part of this preoccupation derives from one of my exhusband's significant statements, which expressed his feelings that he was third after my job and my family. Though those words were spoken more than a decade ago, they still haunt me more or less.
This week, roles of mother, employee, and runner competed for the primary position. I am concerned about the roles that did not even make it to the tertiary position. Time will tell what will happen with those concerns.... For now, I will remind myself that I only can do my best, which will have to be enough.
I still have not incorporated the last 2 healthiest food selections -- barley and lentils. I will fit them in before month end. In the meantime, I am so satisfied with the many healthiest food selections that I have continued to incorporate.
My fit focus was absolutely awesome, with 4 fulfilling runs! Three of them were outside, and totally reenergizing. One run was at the gym, but was a success because I tracked the bit of speed I am rediscovering. Twice, I specifically recall thinking that I did not have time for a fun -- life was getting in the way. Instead of following those thoughts, I fortunately forced myself to fit me in.
Significantly, each day I was able to cross at least one item off my life list. Some items carry with them my inadequacies and insecurities. Crossing them off, therefore, brings such success.
Too much of my brain is bogged down with readjusting and refocusing which of my many roles holds the primary position. Part of this preoccupation derives from one of my exhusband's significant statements, which expressed his feelings that he was third after my job and my family. Though those words were spoken more than a decade ago, they still haunt me more or less.
This week, roles of mother, employee, and runner competed for the primary position. I am concerned about the roles that did not even make it to the tertiary position. Time will tell what will happen with those concerns.... For now, I will remind myself that I only can do my best, which will have to be enough.
Wednesday, April 28, 2010
4/28 -- Daily dose of mind murmurs
The strength I have gained thus far during this remaking got me through today. I made a plan last night, but was unable to work it right from the start when my son missed his bus and I had to drive him to school.
Strength training did not happen, but my hills session did. I was exhausted, but knew that I needed the scheduled 6 miles. They weren't easy, particularly when the incline was added for the hills portion. However, I stayed strong and did my best. Success was my reward. The session certainly wasn't as good as last week's, but that's okay.
I am dealing with the details so much better than before this remaking began. I am able to give myself credit as it is due.
Tonight, I am less tired than I was earlier today. Since completing my run, I have been reenergized. Overall, work went well, as did the evening with my family. Now, it's time for more work, and that's okay.
Another positive part of today was my audiobook fun. My walk with the dog and through the grocery store inlcuded The Big Short. Listening to this Michael Lewis book, rather than reading it, was a good decision for me. I am intrigued, and learning so much. This man is motivating. I know that I would have had a hard time right now getting through the print version, but I almost am done with the audio version. I will get through 2 of Lewis' books in less than 1 week simply by listening rather than reading. How cool is that?
Strength training did not happen, but my hills session did. I was exhausted, but knew that I needed the scheduled 6 miles. They weren't easy, particularly when the incline was added for the hills portion. However, I stayed strong and did my best. Success was my reward. The session certainly wasn't as good as last week's, but that's okay.
I am dealing with the details so much better than before this remaking began. I am able to give myself credit as it is due.
Tonight, I am less tired than I was earlier today. Since completing my run, I have been reenergized. Overall, work went well, as did the evening with my family. Now, it's time for more work, and that's okay.
Another positive part of today was my audiobook fun. My walk with the dog and through the grocery store inlcuded The Big Short. Listening to this Michael Lewis book, rather than reading it, was a good decision for me. I am intrigued, and learning so much. This man is motivating. I know that I would have had a hard time right now getting through the print version, but I almost am done with the audio version. I will get through 2 of Lewis' books in less than 1 week simply by listening rather than reading. How cool is that?
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