This week’s Tuesday Topic: How do you maintain your running motivation? You can write about this topic or post any running-related blog post. Remember to link up with Jenn and Zenaida! Visit at least two of the other linked posts – the more the merrier! Remember to come back for later linkers!
This is the perfect topic for me to write about because right now I am lacking motivation to go running. My last run was yesterday and prior to that it was February 14.
Below are a few tips I am following to get motivated:
• Sign up for a race. I have a few races that I am signed up for. Since I am no longer running the NYC Half Marathon, I want to sign up for a half marathon in Chicago. There are plenty of those here, but this time I want to make sure I train for it.
• Buy new gear. One of my favorite reasons for running. I ordered a pair of the Brooks Run Lucky Launch 10 and two luxe short sleeve tops.
• Go outside. It is warmer outside. I love that it is light outside much earlier now. The sunshine and warmer weather always makes me feel good.
• Set a goal and keep track. In my case, it is to remember my goals. I still want to run/walk 2,204 miles and that won’t happen by itself. I like the RTE Tracker to see how I am doing. The bibs I get for meeting set goals are a bonus.
• Run one mile at a time. Right now I am not training for anything (though I need to for my upcoming 8k in a few weeks) so I will run for whatever time/miles I want to. This way I am not pressured and most likely will look forward to my run.
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These are all great reasons. Goals, races, training plans – these all keep me motivated.
Even if I have no race or no goals, I just love going outside and breathe fresh air while exercising. The endorphins are a great reward!
So true about the endorphins!
Those are great. I just bought new shoes that I don’t need.
And there’s always a race.
Now that it’s getting warmer I may even get out before work.
I love it when I get out before work!
I always remind myself of how bad I’ll feel if I don’t go. Sometimes I’ll run a different route than I had planned. But I really don’t need a lot of motivation to lace up my shoes. Every run is a gift!
That is true. Running is a gift!
Motivation can be tough, especially during the off-season and/or cold weather. Getting outside, with the warmer temps & increased daylight, is a game changer for many!
I struggle during the cold weather. I know it is all about how you accessorize but I still find it difficult. I do wonder how I did my one year run streak and ran during very cold and snowy days.
I really want to do a half in Chicago! We will have to coordinate when the time comes, if you’re up for it!
Motivation is definitely tough sometimes, but there are usally ways around it!
Definitely! Keep me posted on what you have in mind.