I nearly gave up running last summer. I couldn’t get rid of this nagging knee pain. On top of that, I was still a bit cautious about my heart rate and blood pressure fluctuating. There was more anxiety and pain than there was pleasure.
Amelia picked up the running shoes where I had left them. She’s gone from anti running to hardcore runner within the last year. She’s been accompanied by a good friend and running partner, and together they banged out several races last summer – one of which was a half marathon. They are both training for a 25k this spring, and I would be surprised if they didn’t run a full marathon by the time summer is over.
Historically, I was the runner in our family, which isn’t saying much. The longest road race I’ve ever been in was a 5k, and that was last summer (which hurt far more than I care to admit). I ran a 10k as part of a triathlon, but that’s the extent of it.
Amelia and Jen have been a bit of an inspiration over the past year. They ran through the cold winter months, and they are both in great shape for a rockin racing season. So, a few weeks ago I picked up the running shoes again in hopes to tag along for their 25k. So far, no real knee pain to speak of, and my heart is playing nicely again. Two thumbs up.
Amelia and Jen just started a running blog. Be sure to check it out: www.torunisfun.com
Their first half marathon
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Aww!! What a nice post! So excited that you are running again!! Go burnt feet!!