Running — 01 June 2011

It’s National Running Day, a day for runners everywhere to celebrate their passion for running. I did that this morning by getting up with the sun and sneaking in 3 miles before Husband went to work and the kids woke up. My schedule is not as flexible now that school is out, but I just had to get my run in on National Running Day!

Sunrise this morning. Ahh.

I never thought I’d be a runner. I used to be the laziest person ever motivationally challenged. Now I LOVE to run. I’m not fast. I’m not going to win any races but I love to get out there and go.  I can think of endless reasons why;  but here are 10 random ones that get me moving:

I run because it’s fun.

I run for that elusive runner’s high.

I run for my heart.

I run for my butt (to keep it slim – ahem).

I run to get away.

I run for clarity.

I run for charity.

I run to set a good example for my kids.

I run because it’s sexy.

I run because I can.

Why do you run? I’d love to know …

Winks & Smiles,

 

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Lorraine "Wifey" Robertson is a wife, mother, writer, author, and runner trying to keep things simple, sexy and sane. She recently lost more than 25 pounds and ran her second marathon - the Chicago Marathon.

(10) Readers Comments

  1. you are such an inspiration! I am so glad we had a few minutes to chat at fitbloggin. I was soo very happy to meet and hug you in real life!

    keep on running!

    xox, jen

    • You were such a highlight of Fitbloggin’ for me! The feeling is mutual! Big hugs!

  2. I run because it is good for my body and my mind! It makes me strong.

    • Excellent! Me, too! Smiles!

  3. I run because of that feeling of your leg muscles stretching and working when you first set out on a run. I swear it is one of the greatest feelings in the world!

  4. I run to eat. That still counts, right? :)

    • As long as there’s a drink to go with it. *winks*

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  6. I run to feel alive! I am a stay at home mom to two wonderfully, busy little boys. Now that school is out, I’m hitting the pavement at 6:00 am. I love watching the sunrise and spending time with myself. Yea, the runner’s high is awesome, but it is this alone time where I feel like me, Carrie. Not mommy, wifey, chauffeur, referee, etc. Just me, and I’m alive and it feels great!

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