Sandoogans' Log

Photo by Dismagazine.com Okay, well maybe not so much but, I did it! Last week I mentioned not having  run in 2 weeks.  I was on a hiatus. I was freaking out today. I knew I had to run no matter what. I was trying to make ALL kinds of excuses trying to get out of it. I even attempted to bribe myself with a bike ride around town. The logic behind it was that I was going to be exercising regardless. In the end I guilted myself into running. Boy am I ever glad I did. It was tough and freaking hot! I had to drink some water during my run. I usually don't drink any water until I get home but today I felt if I didn't I would have passed out. I think I started off a little too fast because by the end of my run my feet felt like bricks. I was struggling to keep a good pace but I'm happy to say I made it. I ran the whole park and then some for 25 minutes non-stop. I was so beat by the time I was done. I was hot, red and sweaty. It felt empowering. The best part about my run w...

My Magic Shoes (Brooks) I officially miss running. It's been 2 weeks since I went out for a nice run. Last week I was under so much stress it felt like I was just floating by. The last thing on my mind was running or socializing. I was just kind of there. This week I've been sick and just focusing on getting better. I'm not going to lie I'm a little bit scared of starting up again. I'm hoping those 2 weeks off won't affect me too much. I've come a long way and still have lots to go. I'm looking forward to lacing up my Brooks again. Out of all the shoes in my closet, I look forward to wearing those the most. Well, actually, my cleats but you get the point.