The exercise I love to hate
I’ve admitted it before, and I’ll admit it again: I hate sweating. No, seriously. I very, very much hate it.
But, I know that sweating creates results that I like. I feel better. The endorphins start working. I look better. I have more energy. I feel empowered.
There’s one particular exercise that I hate the most but that gives me the most satisfaction when I’m done.
Running.
You may have read my other posts about how I feel about running. One time, http://nonprofit-success.com/tag/distractions/ I ran a 5k just to have cake at the end. The goal was to run the ENTIRE race without stopping to walk. There were moments when I just knew I was going to quit. I’d never run a full 3.1 miles non-stop.
When I crossed that finish line and knew I had accomplished this, I was high on life. I immediately texted friends who knew what a struggle this had been.
And yes, I bought a cake. A luxurious, disgusting, fattening cake. And it was delicious.
Since then, I’ve taken up running again here and there. I had to stop when I was pregnant with Flash, but picked it up during my bootcamp.
Last I tried, I could do a 10 minute mile. From what I understand, that’s pretty good.
This year, I have a goal of participating in 14 races. I will only probably attempt 5ks this year. We’ll see what next year might bring.
I’ve already found some 5ks for February, but I can’t seem to find any in my area for January — traveling for me is limited with the baby and such.
What is your favorite exercise? Is there one you also love to hate?
I am starting C25K as soon as my kids go back to school and I can time things better at the gym vs trying to do it outside and I hope by May to do a 5K (especially when I found out it was only 3 miles) – so you are an inspiration!
This is my goal to run a 5k from start to finish. Maybe I should use a cake as motivation. Sounds like a plan to me. I still haven’t had my new year cheat day.
Go girl!! Are you in the 14in2014 group? I don’t think I’m doing it this year but who knows. I hate running, too, but I love races. 10 MPH is a fantastic speed. I wish I was that fast! My fastest in a race was around the high 11 range. It was an unusually good day. LOL I prefer hot yoga as my exercise of choice or Zumba.
I’m in the group NOW because you told me to be. 🙂 11 is a great number for a mile. YOU are one of my reasons for doing this — you inspired me with your 13in2013!
Yay! Have fun.
You got this woman!!!
Yay! 14 5k races sounds like a fabulous running year. I run too, but I can usually only squeeze in a few races each year. I do love them so much though. Here’s to a fabulous running year for us both!
I love ZUMBA!!! They have a class from 6:45-7:30 on Thursday mornings here! I sneak out of the house before the kids get up, do my Zumba and then shower in the locker rooms at work. I love it! I am also trying out some Pilates at home in the evenings. That stuff will kick your butt!! I thought it was just stretching, but it’s not!
I’m thinking about starting to run this year too…probably not 14 races, but I definitely plan to sign up for a few this year. It’s never really been my thing, but 2014 is all about new experiences for me. YAY on your 10 minute mile!
Glad to hear that you’re going to try it. I seriously don’t like it, but I DO like the end-results!