This blog post has been a year in the making. I've had several titles rolling around in my head including - 365, I Did It!, and Run! Kat! Run! I decided to go with Toot! Toot! because this is the best place for me to just toot my own horn.
Well, today I did it. I ran every day for one year. Every day. Running. For a whole year. I have to admit it is a little anti-climactic...until I looked back at what a year it has been.
I ran through pouring rain, 100 degree heat, 40 mph wind gusts, and a Christmas fog so thick that I almost got lost.
I ran through sinus infections, respiratory infections, massive hangovers, and two broken toes.
I ran through cities like Charlotte and Washington, DC. Mostly I ran through small towns like, Gatlinburg, TN, Warsaw, KY, Morganton, NC, Rayville, LA, Hilton Head Island, SC, and Nokomis, FL.
I fell once - pretty bad. I was chased by barking dogs. I was almost hit by a car and have learned NEVER run in the neighborhood on Garage Sale Day!
I have also learned a lot on my runs. Not only about myself but about my surroundings. Here is what I have learned...
*I love my Brooks running shoes
*The serious dog walkers are out at 5:30am
*Running is a great way to see a city
*People in small towns love to wave at you as you pass them on their porches
*I can never EVER be a foot model - even if I wanted to
*I no longer have back aches
*I feel like I am being a good role model for my kids
*I am stronger than I thought I was
Tomorrow, Tod and I are going out to celebrate our (yes, he has been running for a year too!) one year anniversary. And, yes...we will keep running...every day.
6 comments:
Ah, that's right! I remember when you were at the cabin last year and had only just started but had a goal!
You did it!
You are a strong woman! Go Kat Go!
Go Kat Go! You definately inspired me to start running back in December. - Kelly
proudaya Kat
I am so impressed!!!
Love it!! Tell me more about your Brooks shoes...what do you love about them and what "model" are they? I'm in the market for a new pair and am tempted to get the same Asics again, but would love to branch out.
Way to go! Have you ever thought about submitting your story to a women's health mag (Shape, Fitness, etc)? I bet there are so many women out there who could benefit from your story. I know the experience has brought you so much.
Kat, I just wanted to say that you are an inspiration!!!! I LOATHE the running, so I know how amazing it was to do this. Keep it up. You rock!
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