Runaway

I just got back from a run. I love running but I haven't been able to for about 3 weeks now because my shin splints were acting up and then when they finally felt better I got strep. However, I am fully recovered and now I feel great. I really needed that run. Not only is the energy that I receive from running amazing, that adrenaline, runners high but it helps me clear my head. As a plus it's a great workout and I think that it is the main reason I've lost so much weight this summer. Prior to my injury and illness starting this summer I ran everyday for 30-40 minutes. Before that, at school, my best friend Erin and I would go to the gym but that was nothing compared to what I've been doing. I have pushed myself more than I ever thought I could. My speed has increased and more importantly my distance has increased. I'm not exactly sure how far I can go but it's roughly 3 miles. I know right!? Sooooo crazy that I can run that! I've never been more proud of myself. I'm actually losing weight too. And people are noticing! It's great. Seriously great. I don't necessarily see it when I look in the mirror because all I see is what I still have to lose but I feel amazing and that to me is something I've never felt. This is one change I'm making that I will not regret.

"Don't bother just to be better than your contemporaries or predecessors. Try to be better than yourself."

--William Faulkner