Guest Erin Posted December 8, 2014 Report Share Posted December 8, 2014 I blew my run today. The psychology of running is my worst enemy. I knew I was going to try jogging for week 4's longer times, and my mind was obsessively running its mouth saying, "You can barely do three, and you're gonna do five?" "You'll never make it," "It's only been 20 seconds, this is terrible, you're in pain, you're not breathing right," etc. I was in tears bc I let myself give up and quit the workout. I was stressed from my day at work, and I let my thoughts take over my body. I know I shouldn't be hard on myself, but I let myself down today. I need tips on how to calm my mind and think positively while I run so I don't let myself quit again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KellyAnn Posted December 9, 2014 Report Share Posted December 9, 2014 Hey Erin, Awe. Don't cry. Pick yourself up, dust yourself off and do it again. Sometimes our minds give up before our bodies too and we let our thoughts stop us. You can do it. I'm super proud of you. Get out and do it agin. Here for you Erin. Hugs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sdbeachgirl Posted December 9, 2014 Report Share Posted December 9, 2014 It's okay - we all get frustrated with ourselves every now and then. Forgive yourself for quitting and tell your thoughts "never again." Have you tried listening to your favorite music while running? My brain HATES to run, and I always have to trick myself into continuing and not giving up on myself. I've found distraction with my favorite songs or a good audio book usually help. Or even find a running buddy you can trust to push you just enough to keep you going. KellyAnn 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Trisha Posted December 10, 2014 Report Share Posted December 10, 2014 Is it better to start this program on a treadmill or is outside ok? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KellyAnn Posted December 10, 2014 Report Share Posted December 10, 2014 Hey Trisha, Outside is best of course, but some people like the treadmill too.. Your choice. Good Luck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KellyAnn Posted December 10, 2014 Report Share Posted December 10, 2014 ohhhhh, SDBGirl, love that poster, it is awesome..... thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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