Sunday, January 25, 2009
Running before Church
Today's Run: 5.0 miles
Run Time: 52:35 minutes
Total Miles to Date: 920.3 miles
Thoughts on the Run:
This morning I set the alarm for 7:15 am. I woke up and decided I didn't want to run. I rolled over to go to sleep, and then remembered that sometimes how I feel doesn't always connect with the goals that I've set for myself. I decided to really determine whether or not I was ready to run. So, I headed downstairs and took the dogs outside. Once I was awake, I realized I had just been making excuses. My "excuse" was to sleep in and run after church ... but that would have been procrastination, pure and simple. I am focused on getting it done so no excuses can get in the way.
So, I geared up and stepped outside.
I was amazed first at how easily the run came as I got started, and second at how chilly it really was. My face was freezing but I warmed up quickly. It was a beautiful morning and one of the turns on my run takes me to the top of a hill with a beautiful view over my town as well as a "mountain" (rather a large hill) in the distance. It was beautiful and I simply breathed the fresh air and was thankful for the opportunity to get out and run in such beautiful conditions.
I was able to push myself and finish the entire run without stopping. At one point I had to tackle an extremely long hill. I believe if I looked at the summit, I would have never made it. Instead, I listened to my music and focused on the ground right in front of me so I couldn't see how far I had gone. I just kept focusing on one step after the next, and before I knew it, I was cresting the top of the hill. I kept on going and was rewarded with some recovery on the downhill.
After I finished the run, I had a great breakfast ... Ezekiel bread, toasted, with Nutella on one half and peanut butter on the other, and a side bowl of some granola.
We had a wonderful church service. The message was about the coming of Christ ... and I welcome you to share it with me by watching the sermon right here. I love our church and if you are ever in the Atlanta area, welcome you to come worship with us ... just drop me a note so I can invite you and give you directions!
After church we had a delicious meal at a local favorite, "The Flying Biscuit." I had a sandwich which was chicken breast with turkey bacon on whole wheat and a side salad of mixed greens. Then my daughter had her singing lessons.
It was a wonderful day and throughout the day one thought kept returning to me ... "So glad I got my run over and finished with ... done first thing in the morning!" Not procrastinating certainly has its rewards.
Warmly,
Run Time: 52:35 minutes
Total Miles to Date: 920.3 miles
Thoughts on the Run:
This morning I set the alarm for 7:15 am. I woke up and decided I didn't want to run. I rolled over to go to sleep, and then remembered that sometimes how I feel doesn't always connect with the goals that I've set for myself. I decided to really determine whether or not I was ready to run. So, I headed downstairs and took the dogs outside. Once I was awake, I realized I had just been making excuses. My "excuse" was to sleep in and run after church ... but that would have been procrastination, pure and simple. I am focused on getting it done so no excuses can get in the way.
So, I geared up and stepped outside.
I was amazed first at how easily the run came as I got started, and second at how chilly it really was. My face was freezing but I warmed up quickly. It was a beautiful morning and one of the turns on my run takes me to the top of a hill with a beautiful view over my town as well as a "mountain" (rather a large hill) in the distance. It was beautiful and I simply breathed the fresh air and was thankful for the opportunity to get out and run in such beautiful conditions.
I was able to push myself and finish the entire run without stopping. At one point I had to tackle an extremely long hill. I believe if I looked at the summit, I would have never made it. Instead, I listened to my music and focused on the ground right in front of me so I couldn't see how far I had gone. I just kept focusing on one step after the next, and before I knew it, I was cresting the top of the hill. I kept on going and was rewarded with some recovery on the downhill.
After I finished the run, I had a great breakfast ... Ezekiel bread, toasted, with Nutella on one half and peanut butter on the other, and a side bowl of some granola.
We had a wonderful church service. The message was about the coming of Christ ... and I welcome you to share it with me by watching the sermon right here. I love our church and if you are ever in the Atlanta area, welcome you to come worship with us ... just drop me a note so I can invite you and give you directions!
After church we had a delicious meal at a local favorite, "The Flying Biscuit." I had a sandwich which was chicken breast with turkey bacon on whole wheat and a side salad of mixed greens. Then my daughter had her singing lessons.
It was a wonderful day and throughout the day one thought kept returning to me ... "So glad I got my run over and finished with ... done first thing in the morning!" Not procrastinating certainly has its rewards.
Warmly,
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