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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10 responses to “Tuesday Topics: My running motivation”
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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!
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So true about the endorphins!
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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.
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I love it when I get out before work!
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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!
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That is true. Running is a gift!
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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!
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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.
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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!
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Definitely! Keep me posted on what you have in mind.