2017 miles Day 234

Yesterday I was able to push myself at a consistent 8:50 min/mile pace for 5K.  Finished in 27:22min.  That was my goal and I didn't let anything get in the way.  It felt very good.  I'm actually starting to identify myself as a runner, a slow one, but a runner just the same.

Ok - why did I just say that?  Why did I devalue an accomplishment with a disclaimer that my pace was slow? Why did I compare my pace to the pace of someone else? Running is a personal challenge of body, mind, and spirit - the trinity.  When I identify myself as a runner I am accepting the fact that I actually am.  I enjoy it, and in my world I'm good at it.  Just like I identify myself as an artist, I enjoy it, and in my little corner of the universe I'm good at it.

Stop devaluing You.  Be proud of what You do.  It's OK.  I think the word proud is often considered a bad thing.  To be proud does not mean boastful.  There is a difference, and the topic for another time.  Have pride in what You do and what You accomplish.  

Running the Fort Collins Fortitude 10K Sept. 4th. with my son.  I will be ready!!!

Now, Get Out There - You have work to do!!!