I have to admit that I have NEVER been one for working out. At one point, my dad, who is an avid runner, had to drag me out to Fleet feet to buy a pair of running shoes. I actually have managed to convince myself that I am a pretty healthy individual because I eat fruits and vegetables, get lots of sleep and more or less lead an active lifestyle.
At my 23 years of age however, I start to notice why the phrase 'years are not in vain' is so popular. I can't bend quite as easily, I feel circulation problems wanting to make their presence felt and zero muscle strength. YIKES!!
This year will be different! In an effort to transform this body around and make a point about the fact that I am not a quitter (because I am not a quitter) I have signed up for a 5k run!!!
I am sooo proud of this little decision because it will be my very first 5k run and it honestly is a great way to make a promise to oneself to make a change. Not to mention that I paid $25 to sign up, no refunds.
I am in my second week of training and it's starting to feel like quite the challenge but I'm doing well, not giving up yet. I used to practice yoga pretty dedicatedly until I moved and could not find a good teacher. What I learned through my yoga practice is the importance of learning to listen to my body, feeling every muscle move, stretch, bend, really just becoming one with the body.
I think that being able to be in tune with what the body needs is very powerful. It feeds the soul and its good practice in willpower. So that's my goal, to not underestimate my body. Even if it's a short race...its a big step for me.
5k. July 15th. Downtown Chicago. Here I come, just watch me.
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