W3R2... I got nothing

[Pdb48]

So getting up early is the easy part.. Im quite excited about going out early with no one around but then I'm doing the intervals but dont feel like im getting anything out of it... It could be my state of mind or perhaps because i am running the same course but i dont seem to be having that adrenalin rush other people have when running... I was also a bit leggy this morning but i made it!!!.... Jut reread my post and it sounds so negative when i need to flip it and realise how far i have come in 3 weeks???

[Oldfloss Administrator Graduate]

Well done you...not everyone feels the rush... You are doing wonderfully.... and maybe , is there a chance you could vary your route? Maybe just reverse it... have a different run at the weekend?

Try logging what you see on your runs too.. sights sounds, people? That can make a difference and it is great to read on a wet winter's day!

[Pdb48 Graduate in reply to Oldfloss]

Thanks u alwaya give great advice... I think its less about the running and more about changing how i feel.. Im trying to use the program to kick start a better way of life

[Oldfloss Administrator Graduate in reply to Pdb48]

Just hang in there... you will find it comes, not always an adrenaline rush though... just contentment and enjoyment, that is how it is for me, and many...don't try to hard... relax.. we are right there running with you

[backintime Graduate]

Yes...you do need to take a step back and look at your progress. Do you feel stronger ? Better ? A bit fitter ? I often don't like running while I'm doing it (there is even a poll pinned about that) but I love the benefits. I feel better.

I don't want to be the person who couldn't run for a minute anymore.

What were your reasons for starting ? Are they still valid ? Do you have a goal ?

[Pdb48 Graduate in reply to backintime]

Thanks you're right i do feel fitter, i think its more mental where im struggling.. Its a good tip as I do need to re evaluate my goals as its easy just to put get fitter, lose weight etc without any specifics.

[backintime Graduate in reply to Pdb48]

It does depend on how you approach it. I am goal oriented, I set myself goals so I can measure progress and feel a small sense of personal achievement when I do them, but they are also useful in seeing how far I've come.

Not everyone is wired the same. If you're happy to go with the flow then run with it (no pun intended). You just need to find what works for you.

[Franglaise Graduate]

Well done for getting out early....it really is the best part of the day. Dont over think it and try too hard to get the rush ( i rarely get it)

Just enjoy and it may happen naturally.

Just look at the positives in what you are doing and keep it going. I have to vary routes or I would get bored...i find myself looking when i go out in the car and thinking "that looks a good run route"

[Pdb48 Graduate in reply to Franglaise]

Merci... for the advice.. I will look at new routes and also will be on holiday for my week 5 in Kent and week 6 in France so that will help.

[Franglaise Graduate]

That will help massively....pack your trainers, there are lovely places to run in France....go early and take lots of water and put your sun cream on.

I am looking forward to running in England when i go home for Christmas.

I remember starting to feel more of a buzz running around week 5/6

I feel more of a rush after a run you keep amazing yourself.

You are doing fab though so be kind to yourself.

[Buddy34 Graduate]

You are doing great . Can you maybe find a new route you just sound a bit bored 😊