I’m running… With a smile on my face!
I used to think of myself as a runner… Probably because I was LOL!
Once upon a time I ran a half marathon- but after that accomplishment… I ran no more!
Until a friend told me about the free app c25k… An app that talks to you as you train- it alternately tells you when to walk and run!
I actually find running fun and challenging and wonderful and miserable (LOL) again!!
I was so stoked to hear my Fitbit tell me two miles- I actually ran faster with the walk/run combo!!!
As I ran today, I noticed a row of Bald Cypress trees
… and one tree’s knees had broken the paved path!
I am so inspired by that tree!
I’m sure it wasn’t easy for that tree’s knee to grow up and break free…
Just like it’s not easy for my ole knees to run-
but I can and I will😊 just like that tree could and did!
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Becoming a Wild Family 
Love this. Keep running! You can do it.
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Thank you! I used to run with headphones but I now have a new appreciation for nature’s music!! I think I’m falling in love with running again 🙂
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I agree. I love sitting in the back yard listening to the birds and the fountain. Such a great way to wake up. It’s so hot here I have to go out early with coffee. By 10 it is close to 100 degrees.
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Yes! It was 94 when I started running a bit after six this evening but a storm blew in- which I witnessed in all its natural glory 😊 and the temp dropped to 80 sweet degrees! It was such a great experience to feel the weather change and notice the birds and rabbits change behaviors accordingly… I love that I’m noticing things I never paid attention to before!
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OUCH on the temp. Be careful. Enjoy the nature.
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I am not a runner, never was and never will be, but to dance I am.
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I don’t dance but who knows… Maybe someday 😉
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Good for you!
I’ve been walking at a fast clip with my girl, but running, well,
Hats off to you!
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That’s fantastic!! I love C25K and I’m NOT a runner. At. All. But this app made it so incredibly easy to walk/run and gain momentum, and it helped that I could listen to music and it ‘interrupted’ me when I had to start running again etc. I completed my first 5K bc of this app. I downloaded the C210K but that’s a whole other level:) Happy running!:)
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Thank you! I agree that the app is wonderful and has helped me enjoy running again! Who knows… Maybe someday I’ll be using the C210k too- hopefully not until it’s waaaaay cooler! LOL
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I used to run a lot. I have sort of a love hate relationship with it! I do run/walk more now. Often it’s dictated by my body. What is creaking today?! Hahaha. I’ve mowed a nice trail out on the back half of my property and it’s been really nice to jog walk that. I scared a deer along the trails the other day! Nature is so beautiful, that I found myself easily moving my legs. I will go out there a few times a day. Since mowing the trails, I’ve lost a few pounds. Not bad. Also good for the soul…very meditative being out with the birds! It’s interesting you mentioned looking at the trees…I wonder what the story is behind what I see too. And it really does help pass the time and I find I connect more with what is around me. Have fun with running and whatever motivates you! Be well, Koko:)
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Thank you! I don’t know why i missed this comment before, but I needed your words of inspiration… Feeling kinda lazy lately LOL 😊
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Awe! Glad I could help. I hope you have a lovely weekend! 🙂
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I am trying to get back into running after a calf injury. I am a run/walk kind of gal. If I think that I HAVE to run for a certain period, non-stop, my brain makes it so much harder to do than if I give myself permission to walk part of it. My ultimate goal is to run a marathon when I turn 80. I have 23 years to train. LOL
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That’s awesome! – should be plenty of time to train! I like the run-walk approach too!
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Love this! Found it inspiring as I ran a half marathon and then ran no more! Trying to get back to it now!
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Yay! Thanks 😊 can’t wait to check out your blog!
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Keep running! you won’t regret it 🙂
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Thanks for the motivation!!!
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