This morning I got up to take the kids to school and get my run in. As most of you know my workout time is from 8:15-11 M-F. Yes, like I mentioned in my weightloss story, that secret to my success is treating my workout like a job:)
Well I wanted to cal in sick to my "job" this morning, LOL. I got to the park and sat in my car for 30 minutes trying to talk myself in to running. I was not feeling it this morning, but I had 4 miles at 1/2 marathon pace to do today. Finally I did get our and ended up doing 5 miles only because the first mile I spent talking myself into running. This was one of the hardest motivational days I have in a while. But I got it done:)
MO-TEE-VAY-TION
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On a better note I am featuring one of my great friends today Mindy.
She is the author behind Road Runner Girl.
Mindy is a fellow FitFluential and SweatPink Ambassador
If you want some major motivation, this girl has it. Between her plank-a-day challenges and burpee challenges you will always be challenged with Mindy. She is also one of the founding members of the Soul2Soul sisters running group.
Here is a little more about Mindy in her own words.
Name: Mindy Bobe
State: Alabama
When and why did you start running? I started running about two and a half years ago. I’ve always wanted to be a runner but always started out too fast and gave up. This time I was totally committed because I was ready to get back into shape after having my two boys.
What is your favorite race and race distance? My favorite race is any runDisney race! My favorite distance is a half marathon…although I have done a full marathon…I love the half distance the best because the training isn’t as rigorous or time consuming.
What is your race day routine? It starts the night before with laying out all my gear (and taking a picture of it) so everything I need is in one place. The day of the race I wake up, get dressed, and eat a waffle or bagel with peanut butter on it. I say a quick prayer and head to the start line!
What is your most favorite piece of running gear? My most favorite would be my Garmin…I never run without it because it helps keep me on pace (most of the time lol). I also love my running skirts!
Do you follow any diet or take any specific supplements that complement your running? I try to eat as many fruits and veggies as possible. When I’m training I try to get enough carbs. I don’t take any supplements currently other than my daily vitamin and B vitamins. I have been experimenting with protein shakes and hope to find the perfect one before marathon training starts in a few weeks.
What do you wish you’d known when you first started running? I wish I had known that pace doesn’t matter when you first start out…you need to start slow…and I mean slower than what you think.
What is your fondest running memory? My fondest running memory would have to be during my first marathon. At mile 25 I was feeling pretty rough. I was struggling. All of a sudden I heard my name, looked up, and my husband was there on the road running towards me! He ran a few minutes with me encouraging me and telling me I was almost there and almost a marathoner! He will never know how much that meant to me! It gave me the extra push I needed to make it to the finish line!
What is one thing that most people do not know about you? I hate feet!!! I think they are disgusting lol! The only feet I can stand are baby feet! Everyone else’s just gross me out!
State: Alabama
When and why did you start running? I started running about two and a half years ago. I’ve always wanted to be a runner but always started out too fast and gave up. This time I was totally committed because I was ready to get back into shape after having my two boys.
What is your favorite race and race distance? My favorite race is any runDisney race! My favorite distance is a half marathon…although I have done a full marathon…I love the half distance the best because the training isn’t as rigorous or time consuming.
What is your race day routine? It starts the night before with laying out all my gear (and taking a picture of it) so everything I need is in one place. The day of the race I wake up, get dressed, and eat a waffle or bagel with peanut butter on it. I say a quick prayer and head to the start line!
What is your most favorite piece of running gear? My most favorite would be my Garmin…I never run without it because it helps keep me on pace (most of the time lol). I also love my running skirts!
Do you follow any diet or take any specific supplements that complement your running? I try to eat as many fruits and veggies as possible. When I’m training I try to get enough carbs. I don’t take any supplements currently other than my daily vitamin and B vitamins. I have been experimenting with protein shakes and hope to find the perfect one before marathon training starts in a few weeks.
What do you wish you’d known when you first started running? I wish I had known that pace doesn’t matter when you first start out…you need to start slow…and I mean slower than what you think.
What is your fondest running memory? My fondest running memory would have to be during my first marathon. At mile 25 I was feeling pretty rough. I was struggling. All of a sudden I heard my name, looked up, and my husband was there on the road running towards me! He ran a few minutes with me encouraging me and telling me I was almost there and almost a marathoner! He will never know how much that meant to me! It gave me the extra push I needed to make it to the finish line!
What is one thing that most people do not know about you? I hate feet!!! I think they are disgusting lol! The only feet I can stand are baby feet! Everyone else’s just gross me out!
(I agree, Mindy, I hate feet too)
You can connect with Mindy in lots of way, go check her out and let her know I sent you:)
Social Media
Blog: http://www.roadrunnergirl.com
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Blog: http://www.roadrunnergirl.com
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QOTD: Have you ever had to talk yourself into getting out of the car to workout?
Thanks so much for the feature Larisa! And yes I've definitely had to talk myself into workouts. But I find that if I just do it I feel so much better than if I skip it.
ReplyDeleteI've definitely had to talk myself into my running shoes many times, but I always feel a trillion times better once I get my butt moving!!!! I love mindy, and I love your blog! Super post!!!! Spalove!!
ReplyDeleteI follow Mindy.. LOVE that girl... such an inspiration.. thank you for sharing her story
ReplyDeleteQOTD - yes on some Mondays- I need to talk myself out of my car and let me tell you I feel so much better! once completed
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