My Journey From Hating to Loving Running

🏃Running has taught me important life lessons, such as perseverance, commitment, and pushing past mental boundaries.

🌟Running gives me structure and a clear avenue for personal growth, both physically and mentally.

🥇Consistency is key in running, and staying committed to the process leads to gradual improvements in performance.

💪Running long distances has become easier for me as I have built up my fitness through consistent training.

🌟Running has become a passion of mine and I continue to set new goals to challenge myself.

Why did you start running?

—I started running longer distances as a way to fill the void left by my no longer being able to play soccer at a high level. It gave me structure and helped me get my life back on track.

How did you go from hating running to loving it?

—Although I initially hated running, I started to enjoy it as I noticed improvements in my fitness and realized the mental and physical benefits it provided.

What lessons has running taught you?

—Running has taught me important life lessons such as perseverance, commitment, pushing past mental boundaries, and working hard even when no one is watching.

How did you train for your marathons?

—I followed a consistent training plan and worked with a coach to set goals and track my progress. I also focused on building a strong base of fitness through regular running.

What advice do you have for beginner runners?

—Start slow and gradually increase your mileage. Consistency is key, so try to run regularly and listen to your body. Set realistic goals and enjoy the process!

00:05I used to hate running and had no interest in marathons.

00:38Running became my escape and a way to challenge myself.

02:31Running became a part of my life during college.

03:15I started running longer distances and caught the running bug.

04:28I am excited to start training for my third marathon.

05:30I am grateful for the support and excited for this new chapter in my life.

06:00I am ready to work hard and achieve my goal of a 2:50 marathon time.