Running for more purpose : Day 3, and as I sit... - Bridge to 10K

Bridge to 10K

16,525 members26,586 posts

Running for more purpose

SueAppleRun profile image
SueAppleRunGraduate1060minGraduate
27 Replies

Day 3, and as I sit in bed listening to music I wonder why I bother, I imagine myself pulling on leggings and top, wonder if I'm ready for shorts and decide not. Then my imagination shoves on a pair of odd socks, laces my trainers and get out the door. I find I'm still sitting there and wonder if I can just send my imagination off for a run on its own. Nope, that doesn't work so I get myself ready and pick a run. Pick some music. Grab a tissue (I'm getting better at this)

Walk down the road to Paul Simon singing in my ears. Set off Garmin and decide to be sensible and do a whole 5 minute warm up walk, I don't usually time it, I hadn't realised how long 5 minutes is, I suspect my usual untimed warm up walk is about 1.5 minutes. But then my sister used to get up drink a glass of water, run out the door and run 10k unless she was training, she ran many marathons in her 40's and 50's

Not sure where I'm going, this is 20 minutes and by the way it's raining, I hadn't noticed that. Along the road, right and left turns, run round a crescent, up the end of a close and back the other side. I enjoyed this run, some of the gardens look a bit bedraggled, mine included. Most have a few fading daffodils and some bright shiny tulips, I didn't stop for photos, I just ran on and felt stronger. Maybe this really is going to make a difference. I find myself smiling, the rain drizzles down, cooling on my face. Breathing deep and calm, legs quite happy.

Run done! And guess what, I'm about 5 minutes from home so I get a cool down walk as well .

I'm quite pleased with my time, I'll never win any races but that's not my ambition, I'm just pleased that I can run and looking forward to getting back to longer distances

No photo today so here's one from yesterday

Run happy or rest well

Written by
SueAppleRun profile image
SueAppleRun
Graduate10
To view profiles and participate in discussions please or .
27 Replies
Instructor57 profile image
Instructor57Graduate10

So nice to see you getting back into it Sola 🙂👍

SueAppleRun profile image
SueAppleRunGraduate1060minGraduate in reply toInstructor57

It's so good to be able, thanks Ian, how are you?

Instructor57 profile image
Instructor57Graduate10 in reply toSueAppleRun

My back is slowly improving, not there yet so don't want to push it !

Slowly slowly 🙂

RunBrianRun profile image
RunBrianRunGraduate10

Hey Sola, it was lovely to read this. I’m so glad you managed to get out and have such a lovely run. 😊😃

SueAppleRun profile image
SueAppleRunGraduate1060minGraduate in reply toRunBrianRun

Thanks Brian, I keep going out, it gives a bit of structure to my day and I really enjoy it, 😄

RunBrianRun profile image
RunBrianRunGraduate10 in reply toSueAppleRun

Fantastic, and it’s lovely to read about your running and how you are. 👍

59er profile image
59erGraduate10

Oh, if only our imaginations could get us out the door and round the run - I'd be a great runner by now 😂 You did well to get yourself together and get out there. It's nice, at times, to run in the rain - not many people around and it gives you a different perspective. What are these runs you're doing? A 20 minute run sounds good to me. Sounds good that your legs are getting stronger too - I was thinking that perhaps I should start the C25K AGAIN. The weather's warm here so I need to pick my time - maybe not today - kettlebell workout for me today indoors. Perhaps tomorrow or Sunday when there's not many people around? 🤔

SueAppleRun profile image
SueAppleRunGraduate1060minGraduate in reply to59er

I'm doing Nike Run Club Runs, there are training plans on there, I started the getting started plan but then got to first speed run and didn't want to so stopped that, I pick my runs by how long I want to be out so, Wednesday was 30 minutes Thursday was 30 minutes and today decided to be sensible and choose a 20 minute run, they are guided runs and you can play your own playlist or even radio and the music fades when they talk to you, I'm thinking of a rest from running over the weekend and a 5k next week. Have fun and good luck with your runs, oh it's an app by the way if you haven't already got it

59er profile image
59erGraduate10 in reply toSueAppleRun

I'll need to get myself fully organised with music and timings etc., before I give these a go. I can't stand last minute faffing before my run 🤣 You know Sola, reading your commentaries makes me want to get out there! Thanks 🙂

SueAppleRun profile image
SueAppleRunGraduate1060minGraduate in reply to59er

Let us know when you do,

GTFC profile image
GTFCGraduate10

Love this Sola. I realised that over the years running has remained a constant. In times of sadness and melancholy, it's always been there for me. Each run you do will unfold as you go and you'll create a trail behind you of hope. Keep going, keep out there and keep making that trail 👣 🙂

SueAppleRun profile image
SueAppleRunGraduate1060minGraduate in reply toGTFC

Those are lovely words, thank you 😊

Cmoi profile image
CmoiGraduate10

I find I'm still sitting there and wonder if I can just send my imagination off for a run on its own.

Oh Sola, this is genius, you made me literally laugh out loud. Imo every Garmin should have an "Imaginary runs" setting.

SueAppleRun profile image
SueAppleRunGraduate1060minGraduate in reply toCmoi

That would be great wouldn't it, my mind's a bit weird at the moment, but I get these sneaky little thoughts drift in of what I need to do and the rest of me follows along, I'm planning not to run tomorrow but we'll see what happens when I wake up, it's good to have something to do

Doris8 profile image
Doris8Graduate10

Lovely post Sola . It’s good to get routine in your life, especially too after you’re retired , which I am getting used to without the work. London marathon at weekend so will be good to watch.

SueAppleRun profile image
SueAppleRunGraduate1060minGraduate in reply toDoris8

Yes it sure will be good to watch, it's weird being retired, but a lot less stressful

Doris8 profile image
Doris8Graduate10

Totally agree.

Oldfloss profile image
OldflossAdministratorGraduate10

Just grand.... I know five minute warm up points on most of my running routes,,, but sometimes I warm up longer..

I feel you are getting into a great pattern of running, keeping it simple and not pushing too hard. Soaking it up, letting things go and just enjoying the runs... I think that sounds just right !

SueAppleRun profile image
SueAppleRunGraduate1060minGraduate in reply toOldfloss

Doing my best

Birdlady64 profile image
Birdlady64Graduate10

My imagination has been doing most of the running recently. I really need to get my act together and accompany it!Well done Sola!

SueAppleRun profile image
SueAppleRunGraduate1060minGraduate in reply toBirdlady64

🤣 I keep getting out and may just be benefitting

BGood profile image
BGood

Well done getting passed the front door is the hardest part of any run! However every Saturday I am up for Park Run! Today was really special as my son in law was running to ( he’s like your sister way faster than me). My daughter and 2yrs Grandson came for a play in the park while Daddy runs! His Mum pointed out look there’s Grandma while we were waiting to start he came running across the grass and hug my legs I nearly cried 😂

SueAppleRun profile image
SueAppleRunGraduate1060minGraduate in reply toBGood

That's very special

Cowladyrunning profile image
CowladyrunningGraduate10

You're so good at motivating yourself and what a lovely reward- a great run. Glad you enjoyed it and didn't leave it to your imagination!

SueAppleRun profile image
SueAppleRunGraduate1060minGraduate in reply toCowladyrunning

I was tempted

Cowladyrunning profile image
CowladyrunningGraduate10 in reply toSueAppleRun

But you didn't 💪

SueAppleRun profile image
SueAppleRunGraduate1060minGraduate in reply toCowladyrunning

No, I've taken the weekend off running, so tomorrow I'm looking forward to already

Not what you're looking for?

You may also like...

30 minute run ‘Running on Empty’

This morning, I set out to do a 30 minute run, following good advice on here. I removed all...
Jools2020 profile image
Graduate10

Day three and 2k run

Been a different kind of busy today and didn't come home full of bounce and enthusiasm like I did...
SueAppleRun profile image
Graduate10

A much cooler 4K 😊

My alarm went off at 5 a.m. this morning, but I turned it off and went back to sleep 😴 Got up at...
Jools2020 profile image
Graduate10

A funny thing happened

Yesterday was a bad day, I should have gone out, run, walk, it wouldn't have mattered, but I...
SueAppleRun profile image
Graduate10

Holiday Running: Kielder

Well, I was very excited for the first run of my holiday and I set out nice and early (for me)....

Moderation team

See all
Annieapple profile image
AnnieappleAdministrator
MissUnderstanding profile image
MissUnderstandingAdministrator
Oldfloss profile image
OldflossAdministrator

Content on HealthUnlocked does not replace the relationship between you and doctors or other healthcare professionals nor the advice you receive from them.

Never delay seeking advice or dialling emergency services because of something that you have read on HealthUnlocked.