One of my favorite pastimes is running! This is extraordinary, because as an adolescent I was pretty inactive and overweight. My running habits have been a progression. In my early 20's I joined Lucille Roberts and fell in love with step aerobics! Some days I would go on the tread mill. I was amazed one day when I spent 45 minutes on the treadmill. You see, I didn't really think that I could be an active and fit person since I never really was one before. I didn't know enough about exercise back then to know that anyone can increase their fitness level through consistent and moderate exercise.
Around the same time my brother was dating a woman who would later become one of my closest friends. We used to go to VanCortlandt Park in the Bronx (where I lived) and run around the track together. I started running 2-3 miles in one shot and felt awesome! I was hooked!
Over the years I have become less self-concious about running in public. In the beginning I actually sometimes preferred the treadmill at the gym. As I be-friended some lady runners who would come to my fitness classes, I learned more about running outside and would often discuss this with them and ask them for their advice. I used to try to run early in the morning before my husband went to work, and this actually worked for several months.
Nowadays I prefer to run after he comes home and on the weekends. I run in all elements and weather. Running in the rain is VERY fun and cleansing! I run all year long. Of course if it is bitter cold or heavy rain or snow I will opt to stay in. The thought of running on a treadmill now really does not appeal to me at all!
Here is where I will share my experiences and insights about running and life. I thank you for visiting and I hope that you enjoy my posts!
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