"I have had runs go very bad, I have had really great runs, most have just been ok. But I have never regret going out for any of my runs." ~Naomi Schukert
Running is a solo sport. Most of my running is done solo. I run the treadmill at the gym by myself or hit the road by myself. However, there is something that happens when I run with another person. All of a sudden I am able to push a little more in my training.
I found that talking about running in my daily life I was able to find others that enjoy it too. This introduced me to a group of runners that meet twice a week with a training schedule for half and full marathons called Sole Crusaders. Because it is a decent size group, there are all levels/speeds and I knew was bound to find someone with my ability that I could run with.
This morning was an icy 4 mile run with Naomi. We ran a slow but steady pace that allowed us to chat a little. She is an ultra runner. I admire her determination to complete such large goals. (Maybe someday I will be at that level.) She encouraged me during the run, answered questions I had about training and was there to keep me moving forward. Somedays it's nice to get out and run alone, but I have learned in my journey that I enjoy sharing it with others as well.
I would encourage you to find a person or group to share a run with and see what a difference it can make in your training. I am very thankful that I did.
Also if any of you live in the area and would like to run with Sole Crusaders let me know and I will get you the information. It is a great group of men and women.
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