Healing

Running seems to have a healing effect on many people. Individuals who jog seem to be relaxed and open minded about a variety of things. Individuals who hate running, seem to be a little on the apprehensive side about a variety of topics. Well, this certainly encourages me to continue running. Hopefully I can stop being lazy.

Feeling Lazy

I have not run in five days! I feel slow and lazy. The thought of running makes want to hide in my bed! But it is necessary for me to run. It is a good way to be physically fit. This is not helping, it is not motivating me to run. Have you ever gone through this? The best way solution to this problem is to get out and run. Put all your thoughts aside and just run. You will be better able to think after running.

Warm Up

Stretching before running makes sure that you will run again. I heard this quite a bit while growing up. My dad used to live by this motto. He would always stretch before his jogs. I learned to do warm ups in high school. I continue to warm up before running. It does help me feel better and return to running. I have tried running without warming up and my legs were hurting for almost one week. I returned to running one week later instead of one day. Warming up does make a difference, a BIG difference!

Inspiration

What inspires you? Today, I read an article which stated that athletes are inspired by movies. While this may be true, I think that there is a deeper source of inspiration than Hollywood. My inspiration comes from the fact that I am getting old and need to take care of my health. What could your inspiration be?

Run Weights Bike

I usually run before I weight training. It is a habit from high school. During weight training, I concentrate on upper and lower body muscles. Then the core muscles. I have also found biking to be helpful. Jumping on a bike after weight training seems to keep me agile. My muscles do not feel tight but more flexible and relaxed. Usually, biking for one mile is good for me. This order of working out has definately given me positive results.

Marathon Brew

I read an article which stated six best beers to drink after running a marathon. I do not remember them all but only one: Boston Marathon by Samuel Adams. It got me to thinking, I like beer and have always thought that light beer was the answer to cutting down calories. Well to my surprise there are marathon beers! The article went on to state that beer replenishes lost nutrients and hydrates better than water. I simply have to say, WOW!  I had no clue.

No running ill

I didn't blog or run yesterday. I was sick with a cold. My energy seemed to be drained and I could not run. I feel much better today and maybe I will go for a run. "Maybe" is a big word and I do not think I will be able to run. I have told people in past to recover completely from your sickness and then exercise. I will use my advice.