Wordless Wednesday

 

Let's Run About It // Revising My 2024 Goals

Running looks a lot different for me right now. It’s been a tough pill to swallow, even though I know it’s for the best. But having to take a step back has also allowed me to appreciate running differently. Right now, it’s more about moving my body for as long as I can, and it’s also about self-care. So, keeping those things in mind, I’ve decided to revise my running goals for this year.

I’m going to focus on slow run/walk intervals. While I had been able to run a 10k without stopping, and I was working on longer intervals, those are no longer options for me. Going forward the goal will be to maintain a 2:1 run/walk interval again. This was my “go-to” interval previously but at a faster (for me) pace. I want to be able to maintain that interval, even if I’m much slower,

I’m going to stop looking at my pace. This one is hard. While I am not a fast runner, I did enjoy seeing my pace get a little faster. It’s also hard not to compare myself to other pregnant runners in our group. Some were able to go just as hard and fast as they did pre-pregnancy. My situation is different, and I just can’t keep going the same way I was before. So, I have to stop checking my pace. If I’m running a 15 or 16-minute mile then so be it. At least I’m running.

I’m revising my mileage goal for the year even though I know I won’t reach it. I would like to hit 365 miles for this year. I think it’s much more attainable than the 801 miles with 4 half-marathon distance runs I had originally set out to do. I was already a bit behind due to illness. Then I was sidelined for a month. Plus, I’m not sure how much longer I’ll be able to run. So, I’m not entirely sure if I can reach this revised goal, but it helps me stay motivated to put on my running shoes. Again, I won’t beat myself up if I don’t reach it. I just need something to work towards until I’m told I can’t anymore.

And finally, I’m going to continue focusing on running for fun. While I may not have much fun as I get bigger - I've already had to purchase a running belly belt.  I want to keep that mantra going. That said, I’m constantly reminding myself that I'm running for my health; both physically and mentally. I’m running for the simple joy of it. And I’m doing this for me.

A Little Surprise

This announcement comes a lot sooner than I had planned. We originally requested privacy from those we told. For personal reasons, we wanted to keep the news under wraps until we were ready to share it. However, one of our family members went against our wishes and the news was shared much earlier than we were prepared for. So, to regain some of my power, I'm officially announcing that Baby G is on the way!