This is not new, just re-affirmed as of late. Will it stop my goal of becoming a runner? NO!
I just want to say I appreciate all who offered advice on running music. It does help. However, those who have offered to run with me, I would rather you ran for me, and then just used some alien machine to transfer the work out to my body! Sound good? OKAY! I do not think running with anyone will ever work out. I tried to run with John just yesterday. He told me I MUST run faster than he walks. So I tried to keep pace with him and had soon used all of my energy. I slowed to a walk and he took off to a run. Thus I see paired running as not an option for me.
Something else I have also learned is that if you want a good laugh, you should pass me on the road while walking. My lovely neighbor Brooke Toone lost a few calories as she caught sight of my not so hide-able dance moves. I try to listen to the music so I don't focus on the run and my groove thing just takes over. It is kind of like when my kids watch Dora and she tells them to say, "SALTA," and they MUST say SALTA(jump). Beyonce says "now put your hands up," and my body must obey. I know it sounds a little silly, but it is true. So if you ever see some random runner on the road who looks like she just "nodded her head like yeah," or shook "her hips like yeah" it is probably me. I'm trying to keep it to a minimum I promise.
Will i keep running? Yes, but I might get more of a work out if I just stayed home and did the electric slide.
That's all folks!(for now)
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No one truly likes running Amy. It’s a love hate relationship. The first 20 minutes of my runs are torture – the last 40 are exhilarating. I can’t recall a single time I’ve enjoyed the first 20 minutes. That being said, try running 4 minutes and walking 1, repeat, repeat. Eventually run 9 minutes walk 1… More than one trainer has recommended this strategy to me for marathon training. I run 9 walk 1. It’s a lot easier on the knees and recovery is easier.
I can't believe you are running in Utah in January! I parked my double stroller at the end of September. I've been training with Jillian and at the gym. You must be a true Utahn (is that a word?) to run when its below freezing!
Oh my goodness Amy! That made me laugh so hard! I'm so proud of you for trying...I can't. :( I just don't have the will-power or desire. I wish I did. I do plan to take up some kind of workout routine though. I'll have to keep your little "dance" in mind to keep my spirits up while I'm doing it. I'm sure it will bring a smile to my face. Thanks for the laugh friend, I love you!
The same thing happened to me today, only I was on my treadmill getting my groove on and my kids and hubby started laughing at me.
I LOVE that you were in public. I only wish that it was I who witnessed your awesome moves!
Keep going!!
I'm proud of you. I agree with the comment about the first 20 minutes being torture. My problem is I hate is so much that I never seem to get past the 20 minutes. Oh well I guess its something. You could totally run with me since I run as fast as fast walk as well. (Not kidding. just ask the girls I run with. Or should I say start the run with. They totally leave me in the dust which is great because I don't care to keep up but they get me out there.)wish we were closer. love you
Loved that post, it totally cracked me up! Back when Jared and I first got married he thought he could turn me into his running partner, and being newly married, I humored him for a while and attempted to go with him. It was pathetic.
I can just picture you getting into those songs you quoted, becaue I do too. My children are usually yelling at me to turn up the music in the car so we can dance and sing along. Right now Ann goes around singing 'All the single ladies, all the single ladies..."
Yeah, we don't listen to much kid music when I'm driving. :)
LOL literally. You are hillarious, I had to have Brooks read this post, and he was laughing also. Keep up the good work, and I do hope I see you "running" one day.
I mean belly laughing
You're cute Amy. Running is definitely better if you have a partner!! It keeps you motivated. I hate running in the cold weather too!
Oh, I wish I got to see your performance! So funny! Keep shaking those hips, raisin' the roof, and getting your groove on! You're young and cute; no one will be offended. :)
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