Gotta Keep Going!

Prior to meeting my old trainer the thought of running, without someone chasing me with a knife, had really never crossed my mind.  However, as with many things, Laura was determined to make us step outside of our comfort zone, break through the limits we had set for ourselves and realize our true strength.  When she first mentioned running to me I thought she was crazy; however, she had a way of making people feel like they could do anything.  So during that morning workout I increased the speed on my treadmill and began to jog.

That first run on the treadmill was a little torturous, but over time it did get better.  All these years later and having two half marathons under my belt, you would expect me to say that she turned me into an expert runner. However, that is definitely not the case.  Each time I set out on my journeys I am hopeful to complete the trek without walking, but inevitably fall short.  Maybe I stop because I feel out of breath, my heart rate is too high or my mind convinces me that I can't go any further.  It has become hard for me to determine whether I truly can't take another step or my mind is telling me I have reached the limit.  Oh the power and the trickery of my mind when it comes to these things.  

It is frustrating to have worked on something for so long and see little improvement; however, I don't let it stop me.  I get back out there each time and try to push a little harder.  Some days are good and others throw me back a step or two.  I don't know whether running will ever be something that comes easy for me, but I don't plan to give up just because it is hard.  I might not be good at it or make it the whole time without walking, but the important part is that I don't stop trying.  

Whatever your thing is... don't give up because you aren't perfect at it, don't do it as well as others, it isn't as easy for you or whatever reason you come up with.  There are lots of people that don't even try or give up when they can't do it as they had envisioned it being done.  We aren't all good at the same things, but it is not a reason to stop trying. Get out there, do your best and feel good with what you have accomplished.