Deep breath out.....
The past week or so, that's about the best I can do. My priorities have been a little skewed. It's temporary but it's running me ragged. I'm operating in a mode where only essential functions/activities are getting done. That means that I have not worked out since 12/31 when I squeezed in a quick 3 mile run at about 8:30.
I spent the first few minutes trying to talk myself out of working out so I did the easy thing and jumped on the elliptical and started my Wait Wait podcast. 10 minutes in, I could feel this urge to pick it up a little...then I realized I really wanted to run....then what had started out as futile attempt at a workout turned into the best, most therapeutic sweat session I've had in a long time.
I found the balance that had been missing for the past week and it felt so good. I know you all know the feeling of a great workout but when you one that transcends...that transform...that make you feel whole again, I guess you just have to talk about it (or at least I do).
Where do you find your happy place? Happy Friday!
I'm the same. No matter what, no matter how tired, stressed, or just lazy I feel, I always feel good when I run. Even when I don't if that makes sense. A bad run is still better than most other things.
ReplyDeleteThose days and weeks when you are in survival mode are the worst. And those are definitely the times when I need to run or workout and get out of my head for a bit.
ReplyDeleteI'm with ya! I've had weeks that are super crazy but if I can even get in a walk, run, yoga session, weights, whatever, I feel like I've slowed my heart rate down even though it was higher doing the activity. Exercise cures all!
ReplyDeleteInteresting! I've experienced both sides. Survival mode, when I can barely get by as it is, sometimes not only makes me feel like I can't afford the time, but also recognize that sometimes your body doesn't need the ADDITIONAL stress when you're already "running ragged." But, then again, as you point out here, it can be so therapeutic, too, to get moving. I can get antsy, too.
ReplyDeleteGlad you found a happy place!
That is so true, sometimes we need that time for ourselves, and working out gives that channel. You always feel better after some time to think, and some time to just be. To feel the wind in your hair, to listen to the birds, and to sort out your own thoughts. Even though running is part of my career, I still enjoy the simplicity of it, and the pure joy it brings. You will be so much more productive after it! Good for you!
ReplyDeletein books.
ReplyDeleteor a longasswalk.
xo
Oh yes, those phases of life come. Sounds like you're making the best of it. And yes, isn't it amazing how good it feels to exercise again after a break?!
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ReplyDeleteMuch luv xo.
my happy place is definitely when i'm working out (be it at the gym or walking/running outdoors) or just in my home for down time!
ReplyDeleteMy happy place is often a walking meditation. Two things I love, together, to help me remove the chaos and focus. I'm glad he pushed you, sometimes we need someone to look out for us when we need it most!
ReplyDeleteMy happy place is definitely running outside. But when you get into survival mode like this, it's awesome to have someone remind you of your happy place so you can hightail it there!
ReplyDeleteThis too shall pass right? My happy place is on a trail...even an icy one!
ReplyDeleteI had one of those workouts yesterday! It was seriously the best feeling ever! When I finished I felt relaxed and calm and totally empty of any stress. It's pretty cool how workouts do that sometimes! Congrats on finally doing an awesome workout!
ReplyDeleteSweat is essential to my sanity. I am happier more balanced person when I make time for that run.
ReplyDeleteAmazing post... thanks for the reminder to find our happy place and that balance... always wishing you the best.
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