Running

I have an extremely strong dislike for running. Or at least I did. Something strange happened last June, I started running with my daughters who were training for a 5K. I was only doing it to help them out, or so I thought. I found myself strangely attracted to running. I started running as often as I could.

I would generally run in the 3 mile range. Then, I decided to start running longer distances. Once you get past the initial hump of running on a regular basis, you can generally add distance without too much issue.

I have worked my way up to longer and longer distances. This last weekend I ran 13.2 miles. When I started pushing for longer distances I realized that running farther was more of a mental discipline issue than a physical issue. Yes, your body aches but it is the discipline that will allow you to push through the discomfort and continue on. When I set my mind to the fact that I will run a certain distance the largest factor is my mental attitude. 

Running has given me a great opportunity to learn discipline. Discipline to keep going. Discipline to pace myself so I can get the distance I desire. Learning discipline in any activity is good. Successful discipline will help you anytime you start something new.

This can be done by anyone. Just start small and celebrate your successes.