I ran yesterday. That is all I have to say about that. :-)
I ran today. Henry was excited about it . . .
It was mostly pleasant, though the trails were sprinkled with black-ice. It made it really hard not to fall. I cannot wait until the Spring when it is warm, the trails are clear, and I can run without such great obstacles in my way. But I have done it. I have run the whole month of January -- the worst month for outdoor running. If I can run now, I can run always! I cannot wait to run my guts off. (Literally.) I cannot wait to swing my arms, and fling my legs forward -- with speed, instead of caution. It is coming, and I have built up stamina to make it happen. As soon as the conditions are right I will be able to really GO!
See that shiny puddle? That is not water, it is ice, the whole trail was like that . . . not good.
My goal is to be whole by April 24th. "Whole" meaning: running free, feeling great, and looking better would be swell, too. April 24th will be one year since giving birth. If I can reclaim myself by then, I will consider myself a lucky-ducky. I can do it! And you get to watch me!
Mari, I am way impressed! You have accomplished a major goal in my book! You are strong!! Keep it up, you can accomplish your next goal. I love looking at this blog because it inspires me to do better. Go Mari Go!! :)
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So proud of you for getting out there when the conditions aren't too inviting. This is a difficult time of year to run. I agree w/ you about Spring/summer running. You will feel absolutely free! What I have to tell myself is that running now (in the snow and ice), makes me stronger (mentally & physically.) I have been struggling w/ running in the fresh snow this week. It is such a workout (twisting ankles and knees) through the fluffy white just to stay upright. But, remember: "Alaska girls kick butt!!!!" : ) The more running you do, the less "butt" you have to kick. ; ) Especially if you keep going up 'butt buster" hills.
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Kary