Familiarity breeds contempt. It does? I wouldnt know - I am a creature of habit. I wake up the same time every single day. Have had the same brekkie everyday since I was 18. I sleep on the same side every single day - 2 pillows slightly askew, the temperature at 19 degrees . I have 2 pairs of running tights. I have one hair-tie I use for long runs - somehow it makes me feel 'lucky'. My ponytail has to be 'bouncy' - not too much that the wind affects it, and not to little that I cant feel like a kid skipping around. Yes I am *that* obsessive. In short, I like routine. I thrive on it. I think runners are like that. There comes a point when it stops becoming a 'chore' and becomes something as second nature as brushing your teeth.
I will be the first to admit that runners tend to be arrogant, self-obsessed and have crazy food habits. This is the reason why it is so important to have a strong support system. I have been lucky. My dad is an athlete - he has been for over forty years (this will be an entry at another time) - he inculcated the spirit of sport in both me and my brother since we were young.
Anyone other than the folks dont matter at the moment since I am single - yes *shock* *horror* (actually, not really for anyone who knows me :-)) - but thats an entry for another time as well.
My run this morning was an easy 7 miles that I finished in 61 minutes. The chaffing from my sports bra has left me feeling a bit raw - so vaseline has been my friend for the last 24 hours.
3 miles this pm - hopefully, definately!!
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