If you follow me on Twitter you will know that I have been trying really hard with exercise over the past week. You may remember I said I was going to do at least 30 minutes of exercise each day, I have been doing that and much more. I have been running twice a day for 30 – 40 minutes each time and then follow it up with some sit-ups in the evening.
I almost didn’t go for my second run this evening but I added a few cheesy songs to my iPod and put my running clothes on and was good to go. My plan was to just run for 10 minutes but I did my full 30 minutes and ended up running further than I had during my morning run. Once you get out into the fresh air it really gives you time to think and embrace keeping fit and healthy.
One of my bad habits when it comes to running is (was) that I put my Converse on and dash out the front door. Running in Converse is no good and have been told many times by various PT’s. It’s also very bad that I still wear them from time tot time when I have other alternatives, there is really no excuse. I spent the first few days running in Converse and realise my legs were really hurting and once I started running with my running shoes I really had no problems at all and it also made running much easier.
Running is not my favourite sport, some people really enjoy it and are good at it but not me. I love to swim, play squash, badminton and I really enjoy the cross trainer at the gym but running has never been my strong point. I have made a big effort to embrace running as it’s an easy sport to work into your daily life especially as you can do it for free. If you want to take up a sport or add exercise into your life then you must make sure you enjoy it, can learn to enjoy it or have easy access to it. I think having to jump in the car to drive to a gym can be off putting but stepping outside your front door is so easy and there are very few excuses to stop you from leaving for a jog.
I started running when we had a running machine a few years back and also used it at the various gyms I have belonged to. I no longer have a running machine and I don’t have a gym membership so I really make use of running outside for the first time ever. I think I am lucky to live near the sea and the countryside, it means I have lots of scope to enjoy running in pretty areas. If I was in Manchester I wouldn’t be one of these people jogging through the city. I like to be alone and not pass too many people so for now this works best for me, if I was in the city I think I would join a gym.
So far I am on track with trying to loose weight and tone up, I am enjoying my exercise routine and when I feel I am getting bored I change the route of my run. I think I will have to start doing an indoor work out because I hear snow might be coming our way, I have a few exercise videos and have been to enough classes to be able to put a little lesson plan together for myself.
I really do believe that once exercise is part of your routine then it turns into a habit and you will miss it being in your life if you stop.
Do you go running ?
Do you like sport and keeping fit ?
Would you be interested to know what I listen to when I run ? – Warning.. it’s cheesy !
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I wish I could run! I tried running for about ten mins the other day and my ankles and knees nearly snapped. I have bad joints. 🙁 My sister runs tho and it’s toned her up so much! Keep it up!
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wow i’m very impressed with your motivation. I’m thinking i need to excersise this year, i always enjoy it but find it hard to get started!
You are so dedicated for running so much! Seriously, I can`t even run for 5 minutes straight, let alone as mush as you – twice daily! Well done!
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Great post! I, like you, am not a runner! But I did get into it last year. I decided to run a mini marathon and trained really hard and was so surprised one evening when I FINALLY enjoyed my run for the first time. It was like a switch went off in me! Unfortunately, I’ve been in college pretty much 24/7 lately and don’t get to exercise at all now. And to be honest I feel sooo groggy because of that! Exercise gives you energy, makes you want to eat healthier and want to KEEP exercising! Its a lovely circle. I actually have been planning to start running again. I’ll keep you updated! Well done on doing so well with your fitness routine. It’s a wonderful feeling 🙂
looking good, keep it up! i’m not as active as you but i do try to hit the gym twice and week and there’s a run thrown in there sometimes, around the park which is 20 mins.
i’m looking for some new shorts but can’t seem to find any, though i don’t really know what i’m looking for
I’m trying to build up my motivation to run again. I used to run every evening, but now that the colder weather has settled in (and decidedly stayed put) I’ve found it harder to brace the cold and break a sweat! x
I find it hard to run because I live off of a main road and I have to run down it to get to the bug windy suburb roads. and people drive down it at 5+ miles and it’s a curvy hill. i’ve almost been hit a few times and i HATE it. i have to drive to a park to run basically.
i miss where i used to live!
i used to run in converse too, funny enough. then cheerleading shoes. neither were a good idea.
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God I envy your motivation!I really struggle with running!Id love to know what you listen to!xxx