As we come back into our running programs at the beginning of 2012, self-doubt can always be a training inhibitor. It can keep you from getting out there and training. It can stop you from being able to stay with the running group. It can make you believe that you are not as good as you think. Why?
By spending so much time on the negatives, does that really help you move forward and make a difference? Do you really want to overanalyze the can'ts and believe deep down that you aren't worthy? When thinking about it like that, its seems obvious (is it to you?) that it is a waste of your time. You have a lot to be grateful for and remember all of the things you do have. Momentum is what keeps us going and with constant hiccups (finding reasons to stop running) and negative back slides (beating ourselves up over a bad run, overthinking a small muscle twinge), it can only serve to take a smile off our face and begin furrowing.
What is furrowing? Furrowing is when your brow becomes scrunched together so tightly because you are physically trying to overthink things. RELAX. Whether it is applying to college, a new job, writing a speech or trying to figure out how to tell someone you love that you are unhappy with how they are treating you. If you try to disconnect your body from your heart, your intentions will be amiss and your vision might be misconstrued because you did not say what you truly mean.
So when you are training just have fun, relax, enjoy being outside with friends and embrace the beauty of the world around you. Oh and most importantly, remember to smile.
Congratulations to the first U.S. Olympians who will represent the red, white and blue in London this summer. May you bring home a medal or two as we are sending the strongest marathoning contingent since the 80s and the days of Salazar and Shorter. Absolutely cannot wait to watch the Olympic marathon and watch all of you along with these Olympians live the dream in 2012!
Yours Truly,
Heidi
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