Running Therapy

They say running is better than therapy, so with that in mind, after a long, emotionally draining day, I decided I needed a run Thursday night. I got on the treadmill and started up the machine. Thinking I shouldn't push myself, I ran a little slower than last time and, because of a time restraint, I only got to run one and a quarter mile, but I discovered that running is definitely a great way to deal with stress and I came out of it feeling a whole lot better!

An Early Morning Run

Sunday night, I decided that I wanted to wake up bright and early the next morning to get a run in. I put on a pair of running shorts and a sports bra and a tank top to sleep in, so I can wake up ready to go! I was pumped! I set my alarm for 5 am and couldn't wait!
Monday morning, I woke up before the alarm had a chance to startle me awake. I was up and ready to go! Then, I realized that Monday's are weigh in day...Big mistake. I had a pretty heavy weekend, filled with fried food and wine an a girl's shopping trip in Buffalo. Stepping on the scale was my first mistake. Up 5.5 lbs. I was bummed!!!!! Trying not to get discouraged, I put my hair up in a ponytail, stuffed my feet into my running socks and shoes and headed for the treadmill, which is in the office. Trying to stay motivated, I decided to run a little faster than the last time. I was too ambitious. I was struggling to  run a quarter mile, definitely feeling the effects of the previous weekend. So I ran a quarter mile and then rested, and then ran a quarter mile, then rested, logging in a total of a mile and a half. Feeling like a complete failure, I hit the shower. Better luck next time!

Working back up

This blog is being started, inspired by a great group called Moms Run This Town! They have set monthly challenges to help motivate those like me who need the extra push! This month's challenges include starting a running blog! What a great way to keep me accountable! They also have some great prizes!


After a two month hiatus, I jumped back on the treadmill, in hopes of running the same three miles I did with my last run. After the slowest two miles of my life, I remembered as I huffed and puffed that running is not exactly like riding a bike and you have to work your way up. Although I have been doing P90X for the past 3 weeks and I feel like I am in okay shape, every exercise is different. Running is my favorite to do, so I will be patient with myself and I will achieve my goals to run faster and further!