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Tomorrow, I run my first 1/2 Marathon.
I have alot of feelings about this right now. (and I promise to stop with the self assuring/pity posts about running after tomorrow!)
Can I say that I put my best foot forward and hit every run, and prepared my body for what is coming ... honestly, no. But today, I have to remember that I cannot go back and change any of that, because tomorrow is when it all culminates together and I know in my mind that I can do it. Someone said you have to take the good with the bad, and I am prepared for both. I am already taking a great plunge and starting/trying. It's all I can do at this point.
I've read that I need to have some sort of mantra to help get me through those highs and lows that 13.1 miles that can on the mind and body. I will keep all of these with me tomorrow.
Never let your fear decide your fate
Slow and Steady
One mile at a time
The only person I am competing with is myself.
Run your OWN race
Push past the fear because behind it, you will find your courage
Running is 90% mental, 10% physical
6 minutes or 16 minutes, a mile is still a mile
It doesn't matter how slow you go, just don't stop.
Just breathe
Have fun!
Wish me luck!
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