This is the very first of the blog entries so we feel like it should have some profound information in it, but it doesn't. In fact, we have no idea who will be reading this other than that this blog site was created as a place for us to share our runs with whomever chooses to read it, instead of flooding our face book or even daily conversations with people about our runs, training, and quest to run a marathon or half marathon in all 50 states.
So today's blog is going to be a simple one.....
26.2 Reasons Why We Like to Run...
1. Because we can
2. Running is a serious work-out for the entire body
3. For "me" time
4. It encourages healthy eating- after all, you aren't going to go for a super sized fried meal after an 8 mile tempo run
5. Training for a marathon is a fun way to work for a goal
6. The best way to tour a city is on your feet
7. The bling- medals for marathons are fun to collect!
8. Marathon expos- the freebies and shopping
9. A great way to model healthy active living for our kids
10. Cute running outfits (running skirts are our new fave)
11. It's the closest thing to the fountain of youth
12. A good excuse to get massages
13. Also a good excuse to get pedicures
14. The natural "blush" it gives our skin
15. Racing gives us time to get together and have fun
16. A renewed appreciation for all seasons (running in the Colorado snow is a bonus for Tracy)
17. Time to enjoy music during long runs
18. The friendly hello's from fellow runners and bikers
19. For the occasional cupcake or ice cream that won't go directly to the hips
20. It's cheap and easy to do anywhere and anytime
21. To meet other runners and follow elites
22. The spectators at marathons cheering us as we pass by- after all when else do you get the opportunity to be encouraged and cheered at by thousands of people yelling, "You can do it!"?
23. A great excuse to take a nap
24. The sheer fun of it
25. Always trying to beat your best time
26. The feeling of accomplishment after running 20 miles alone
.2 It feels good!!!!
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