Too busy to run?

(This was first posted Oct 2, 2008.)


The answer to that question is, temptation and life demands aside, we must never allow ourselves to be too busy to run.

I've definitely been tempted lately not to run. Like when the alarm ran this morning at 3:55 a.m., and the pillow was nice and warm, and the fall chill told blew through the crack in my window and told me to get back under my covers.

But I still arose, strapped on my Asics, put on my cap and headed to the Starbucks by UTEP. And then, as I headed down Oregon Street and saw the glimmering lights of Downtown El Paso and Juarez, it all seemed worth it. I had the city to myself for a few minutes, before most sane people had awoken, and I ruled the streets.

I often hear from people who tell me they don't have time to run. I'm sympathetic, but I don't agree. You always have time to run.

It's a just a matter of making it a priority. In the long run, you'll be glad you did.

... As an aside, if you haven't done any races lately, October is made for you. This Saturday is the Physical Therapy 5K. And in a week is the World's Fastest 10K, to be followed by the Halloween 5K on Oct. 26. Somewhere in there is the Wildcat Mile, and next month will be the Baylor Pass Trail Run up in Las Cruces. Find out more by going to www.runelpaso.com.

Pick a race and train for it. These are great runs, and they're sure to give you motivation as you train.

Jim