It's been long long time since I last time wrote here. There are many reasons for that, but mainly I just did not feel like writing the blog anymore.
So why do I write now? Last couple of weeks I have been in flu and not being able to train. I'm recovering but still having problems with my lungs. During the last month or so I have thought a lot why I am running. I mean I like sports, I have always liked to challenge myself and surely I also love the feeling of pushing my limits and seeing where it takes me. But I realise also I need to set myself a goal to motivate myself to do the training. I plan the next race, whether it is a time goal or just a physical challenge, something I need to work towards. I often think I do not need to do the racing, I can just run for fun and enjoy the joy of running outside, the fresh air, the nature, the movement.. But then I always book a race, set a goal and plan my race(s). The excitement of starting a new training period, the progress I see happening in my running speed, the joy of feeling the physical progress whether it is for running speed, strength or flexibility, it is so rewarding.
So why did I decide to write again? Lately I am working a lot, it's going well and I really enjoy it. I love living the mummy life with six year old and doing all funny things with him. Often I feel I have no time to train, there is everything else that comes first. I may skip the training for few days but then I remember how I feel when I do not train, I know it has an enormous effect on my well-being, whether physical or mental. I know I need to get myself moving, to push my limits and clear my head. And I think by writing about it I can remind myself why I keep running, it's my way to follow my route to be the best of myself and maybe I can inspire someone on my way there.
So why do I write now? Last couple of weeks I have been in flu and not being able to train. I'm recovering but still having problems with my lungs. During the last month or so I have thought a lot why I am running. I mean I like sports, I have always liked to challenge myself and surely I also love the feeling of pushing my limits and seeing where it takes me. But I realise also I need to set myself a goal to motivate myself to do the training. I plan the next race, whether it is a time goal or just a physical challenge, something I need to work towards. I often think I do not need to do the racing, I can just run for fun and enjoy the joy of running outside, the fresh air, the nature, the movement.. But then I always book a race, set a goal and plan my race(s). The excitement of starting a new training period, the progress I see happening in my running speed, the joy of feeling the physical progress whether it is for running speed, strength or flexibility, it is so rewarding.
So why did I decide to write again? Lately I am working a lot, it's going well and I really enjoy it. I love living the mummy life with six year old and doing all funny things with him. Often I feel I have no time to train, there is everything else that comes first. I may skip the training for few days but then I remember how I feel when I do not train, I know it has an enormous effect on my well-being, whether physical or mental. I know I need to get myself moving, to push my limits and clear my head. And I think by writing about it I can remind myself why I keep running, it's my way to follow my route to be the best of myself and maybe I can inspire someone on my way there.
This picture is from my first marathon, just before the
finish line. I can still remember the feeling, it is my inspiration for
the next projects.
