Man, I am so out of pics. I'm not sure what I'm going to do if I can't get the USB port working...So, I was talking with a friend of mine about how I ran too much a couple of weeks ago. My friend told me to be careful about running so much because there are any number of injuries you can get from it. Then he used some horrible, vile swear words like, plantar fasciitis, bone spurs and stress fractures as examples. Shudder, shudder. I did take heed, and didn't run for a couple of days, then it was the River Run and as we all know (so we don't need to belabor the point, thank you very much) I wussed-out and didn't run that day either. Yesterday it was raining after I got done giving plasma, so that added up to four whole days in a row without running. I can't remember when the last time it was that that I went that long.
Anyway, I finally ran my six mile route today, and holy shit! It's amazing what running does for my mood. I didn't really think I was even in a bad mood or anything the last few days, but halfway through my run, everything was suddenly wonderful and the birds were singing and the sun was shining and the world was full of rainbows and unicorns and puppies and kittens and anything was possible... Who the hell needs Prozac, anyway? I guess what I'm trying to say, is that I will be careful not to run 50 miles in a week, but it might a long, long time before I go four whole days without running again.
8 comments:
Churlita that is wonderful. I agree too. I know that when I walk for exercise, that my mood improves greatly. Best high you can get!
Churlita,
Everything loses it's luster if overdone. That runners high is so addicting we tend to throw caution to the wind.
rel
Getting out in the great outdoors can improve ones mood immensely.. taking 4 days off must be hard for someone that runs a lot..
"Bone spurs", especially, sound gruesome.
I would say, just be sure you have good running shoes. Well worth two plasma givings.
I'm sure this is a dopey question, but why is 50 miles so much? Is it too much for your body, feet, etc. specifically? Have you been able to get your fingers around that 'Born to Run'?
All about the balance. sigh. Really, though, you only need to listen to the signals of your own body.
Ananda, It's not JUST a free high, it's a mood enhancer too. ha ha.
Rel, You are so right. Taking a break was nice because it reminded me how nice that runner's high can be. I must take it for granted sometimes.
Mrs. I agree with you on that. I've always been an outdoorsy girl. I get a little nutty during the Winter when I can't get out.
Tara, I know. It sounds kind og Western and painful....
Nor, I have good shoes and inserts. I'm pretty covered that way.
Booda Baby. Because running is so high impact, it's a lot of wear and tear for my legs and feet. I still haven't read that book, but it's definitely on my list.
LauraB., Man, I have a lot of trouble with that balance thing.
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