That’s it final weekend guys! We’ve made it to the end.
Running every day January has been exactly what I’ve needed to get through the worse month of the year. I needed to start 2018 with a goal and something to feel positive about. I’ve ran in the mornings, on my lunch break and in the evenings. In the rain, snow and sunshine (although still freezing!). I’ve ran whilst hungover, sleepy, hungry, happy, sad, injured and yet I always found time for a quick run and I’ve honestly enjoyed it!
The whole point of this was to help raise awareness for Mind charity and to demonstrate that even if you only have time for a ten minute jog then thats fine and it will still help massively. Ten minutes to go out, clear your head and sort through your thoughts. You can go either solo, with a partner or with a group – it doesn’t matter. Mind charity focus on helping people suffering from mental health – for more information please have a quick read of my previous post.
Not only does it help clear your head but it makes you feel physically great. Someone told me that “it’s not getting easier but you’re getting stronger” and I couldn’t agree more. I started January having not ran for over 8 months and I’ve noticed a huge difference. I’ve also shifted all the Christmas weight so if that’s not a reason enough then I don’t know what is!
Although January is over it doesn’t mean running has to be. For all the Reders make sure you continue to run, and for everyone else get yourself out there! Whether it be once a week or 5 times a week, it will make you feel better I promise! Plus Spring is just round the corner and there is nothing better than a jog round the park with the spring sun warming your face.
I’m getting myself ready for my final Saturday run in January and I’m going to go exploring. Always remember your speed and distance does not matter – forward is forward!
Over and out lovers,
G.
Ps. You can still donate as much or as little as possible here. Every little bit helps makes a huge difference!
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