I love to run. I've been running for about 10 years. I love to get out and run my stress right out of my body! It is my time. It's just me and the road. My time to think and just relax.
I first started to really run about the time that my parents got a divorce. Running was my outlet, my outlet to breathe and relax. It was my time to think and work through my heartache. I never set a time or a distance to complete, I would just run until I felt better. Sometimes I ended up running for over an hour. It really helped me deal with my parents divorce and the stress in my life.
I ran all through college. I loved to run around campus and just empty my brain. I ran a ton during finals week, even though I should have been studying. :) Running helped clear my head and actually helped me do better in school!
I even ran while I was pregnant. I ran my entire pregnancy, straight up until I had my baby. The day before my baby was born I ran 4 miles. People in my neighborhood thought I was crazy, but what they didn't realize is that I was running to keep myself sane! Running kept me happy and energized! I loved running pregnant!
Now, my baby and I run together just about everyday. Yes, I am a running mom! She loves to be outside and really looks forward to our run each day. It is a special time together, where we enjoy the sun and fresh air. I love our run each day!
Running really is my stress outlet!
This is true.
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