National Running Day

I heard today is National Running Day. I guess that means I should go for a run today, huh? I think I will!

I started running in 2008 as a way to get in shape and lose weight after gaining a lot of weight during and after college. I lost 70 pounds and I’m still running because…its fun! Little did I know this exercise, which was once just a way to burn some calories, would turn into a passion and hobby that I need in order to stay sane. Running and racing all types of distances has helped shape  the person I am today, and the person I never thought I would be. I’ve met new friends though running. I’ve pushed myself to goals that I never thought would be possible! I truly do love running.

And here are some running related posts for you all.

I’m actually not crazy: Why I Run Races

My post about preparing to run my first half marathon: Bring on 13.1

And the event itself: Mohawk Hudson River Half Marathon

My favorite things that make running more enjoyable: Five Running Gadgets I Can’t Live Without

AND finally, something I never (even when I ran my first half) thought I’d want to do: 26.2 Here I Come

Why do you run?