Why do I run ??

I started running because I was having anxiety attacks because of family problems......and it is a better alternative than prescription pills !!

I also run, because I can keep my weight under control !!

I run because running is so personal, no one can do it for you and no one can take it away from you !!

I run because it is an inexpensive sport, I can open my door and run on my land......or drive to the trail..

It gives me a sense of accomplishment !!

MLV
Weatherford,TexasUSA


------------------
www.crosstimberscustomrods.com[/URL" target="_blank">

I run because it's one of my only times of the day just for me. I can forget about work, I can't forget about anything stressful and just daydream or think about whatever makes me happy. Running is my stress relief.

quote:<HR>Originally posted by Wholesomeolsen:
I run because one of the first things God gave me was my body and I love Him so much that I wnat to take care of it. I have not always realized this but since coming ot this conclusion, He has helped me quit smoking a year and a half ago (after smoking for 13 years) and now I can run up to 4 miles. Not much but I am new and enjoying my second chance at life and with my lungs. So I praise God and glorify Him through my running and how I take care of myself. He's a great motivator!<HR>

you sound like, your a great motivation, yourself...(to me) way to not take life for granted....

Below is a picture of my son, #384, after he participated in a 2.5 mile "walk" (He's not usually so serious!) for a cancer fund-raiser. I am to the left and I had finished the event's 5K. I'm sure he would run if he could, but he has muscular dystrophy. How can I not run given the circumstances? Life is about perspective and that's mine.

Brian



http://This message has been edited by denger2 (edited Mar-21-2006).

I started running at age 24 to loose weight. I did well for about a year and went from 275 to 200. From age 26 to 39 I would go on and off diet and exercise programs and gain and lose weight over and over again until I weighed 391 pounds. I felt miserable physically and depressed over my lack of self control. November 2003 I had gastric bypass surgery. I started walking immediatly. March 2004 I weighed 300 pounds and started a walking jogging program. Oct. 2004 I ran my first 15k and weighed 180. November 2005 I ran my first marathon. I love running and feel like it and gastric bypass surgery has given me a new life. It gives me a sense of control and discipline that I have never had. I've run 2 marathons and plan to someday complete one in each state.