Just a quick one today. Too long for an Instagram post so I thought I’d bash it out on here.
Post run last night I was being all reflective, as one is doing quite a bit lately. My love for running has returned, and it’s got me wondering if the reasons I run now are still the same as when I started (this is when I’m glad I’ve documented my journey so much). So today I delved into the archives of my blog posts and such and went right the way back to August 2018; the month I ran my first 10k race. Over a month before I’d consider tackling a half marathon just four days away!
Way back in 2018 my main focus was on my mental health. I was running because it gave me clarity and I felt free from the stresses of everyday life while I was pounding the pavements. Fast forward two years and while I still enjoy the freedom running gives me, I get so much more from getting out and about.
These days running, and indeed fitness in general, has become my social life too. I have made so many friends and met some very interesting people as a result of being brave enough to embark on this journey. I’ve connected with people up and down the country and experienced things I could never have imagined, let alone thought possible.
These days running isn’t just for my mental health, it’s for my whole health. My well being. My social life. My ability to know I can achieve more than I think I can. To connect with like minded people. To inspire. FOR ENJOYMENT!
Whilst I no longer mentally tick the box that just says runner (I’m so much more), I still enjoy running, but in a much more wholesome way now.
Why do you run or train? What has is done for you? Let me know
I’ve attached the post from 2 years ago below for your reading pleasure.
Running towards a better me 