So - I had to take a brief break - and I hated every minute of it! I was so tied up with moving and all the chores that go with it that I literally didn't have time to run. (That's because I only have two hours each week day to take care of all my business plus get a run in - and it didn't balance out!) Plus somehow in the move I pinched a little something in my back and have been nursing it since last Thursday. Talk about poor timing! Sheesh! I'm like - the half marathon is only a month away I cannot afford an injury now!
But today I am headed back out the door. I will be very careful as to not aggravate the back thing - whatever it is. I have to sort of reset some goals now. But my goal now is to get in four short runs this rest of this week and then pick the miles up more next week. That only gives me two weeks until the big race! I have to keep telling myself that this half is just training for the Chicago half.. that helps me not get too discouraged.
There are lots of little bumps in life that tend to take the air out of our sail. It's how we deal with them and keep moving that shows our stamina and strength. If we give up at the sight of every little trial then we are demonstrating the lack of determination and strength. We must talk ourselves through some times. You know - like David encouraged himself in the Lord. If we do not encourage ourselves, no one might! Learn to talk to yourself - tell yourself encouraging things. Look up inspiring stories of others who accomplished feats even in the face of adversity.
I think that's why all our Bible stories become our favorites. We see the characters (who were real people) serving God and holding on to His promises in the face of great trials. So pick one of your Bible characters today and think about how they over came adversity. Then meditate on scriptures and how it is His strength that carries us through those times. We were not meant to do this thing called life all on our own. Get into the Word today and find some strength to continue your journey! And remember to hook up with positive people who will help push you toward your goals rather than discourage your attempts!
But today I am headed back out the door. I will be very careful as to not aggravate the back thing - whatever it is. I have to sort of reset some goals now. But my goal now is to get in four short runs this rest of this week and then pick the miles up more next week. That only gives me two weeks until the big race! I have to keep telling myself that this half is just training for the Chicago half.. that helps me not get too discouraged.
There are lots of little bumps in life that tend to take the air out of our sail. It's how we deal with them and keep moving that shows our stamina and strength. If we give up at the sight of every little trial then we are demonstrating the lack of determination and strength. We must talk ourselves through some times. You know - like David encouraged himself in the Lord. If we do not encourage ourselves, no one might! Learn to talk to yourself - tell yourself encouraging things. Look up inspiring stories of others who accomplished feats even in the face of adversity.
I think that's why all our Bible stories become our favorites. We see the characters (who were real people) serving God and holding on to His promises in the face of great trials. So pick one of your Bible characters today and think about how they over came adversity. Then meditate on scriptures and how it is His strength that carries us through those times. We were not meant to do this thing called life all on our own. Get into the Word today and find some strength to continue your journey! And remember to hook up with positive people who will help push you toward your goals rather than discourage your attempts!
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