After a couple of months of running 12 minute miles I was at my wits end on Tuesday. Everyone I know seems to run 9, 10 and even 7 minute miles. Granted this is my first year running ever, I know I've done a 10.5 minute mile but I have not been there in months. Close to tears I call my sister.
Two things changes for me this morning:
First, my sister reminded me that it is not the time but the finishing I should be focused on. I must admit I would come out strong and then be so wiped by the time I headed back that I ended up walking most of it.
Second, I took a slightly different path because I was curious about a trail I had not been down before. While on it, my mind turned to wow so this was paved once and this trail looks under used and why did they put a fence there to separate the McMansions from the rest of us :). When I got back on to my normal trail, I was surprised to find most of my running was done.
So now I think it is time to start switching my routes occasionally to keep the mind active while running. OH I FORGOT TO MENTION ..... I RAN A 10.8 minute mile for 3.25 miles. WOO HOO!!!!
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