I pray that the greatest thing I accomplish over these 12 weeks is not a low number on the scale or fast mile time, but shutting up that voice in my head that tells me to give up when things get tough.
Wednesday, August 12, 2015
Mind Over Matter
I've learned so far that my biggest pain while working out is my head. I've never considered myself a runner, because I never thought I could run fast or long distances. I've learned recently that is mostly just in my head. I found myself this morning telling myself I should just stop and walk at mile 2, or maybe I'll stop when I hit 25 minutes. I have to push those thoughts out of my mind. I ran 3.5 miles this morning at a decent pace and I felt great. How many times have I sold myself short in my life because I simply gave up when it got difficult.
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I appreciate this post so much! I am having trouble with that voice in my head this week myself!!
ReplyDeleteTina and Rick always tell us we are stronger than we think we are!
I love that you already have discovered and embraced this mindset!
You ran 3.5 miles this morning! Congrats! That is awesome!!...
Matt you have I think one of the greatest truths. I remember last year letting the reality hit me when Rick would say to us, "Look at you, you are athletes." I remember when the running hit me and instead of looking for excuses I kept questioning how much further I could push myself. You are so strong and I am glad to see E.J. giving you extra pushes like having to use the weights yesterday so you can be challenged further than where you are at.
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