This morning’s run was very nice. I went farther than I thought I would. The weather wasn’t dry but it was perfect. I just can’t complain.

Running is a habit (again, finally) because I’ve made it so. Exercise Happens! I wanted it back in my life and it took awhile. Though I still have goals to reach I feel relieved that I am in the striving zone instead of the not-yet-started zone.

Here are the keys to today’s workout success:

1. I scheduled it into my day ahead of time

I planned to hit the track directly after my son’s ophthalmologist appointment.  Didn’t allow for the slippery slope of indecision or procrastination.  I told myself where I was going and when and dressed appropriately for it.

2. Found secondary wins

Today’s wins included keeping my son occupied, by the change of scenery from the stroller, while getting the time to listen to a podcast episode I was looking forward to.

3. Sabotaged the saboteur

I knew it might be rainy so I mentally prepared myself to go rain or shine. Then I was rewarded with sunshine and cool temperatures but only wet pavement was left from the rain.

4. I set a goal

I have a target distance I am working toward and I have a plan for distance each day to get there.  I exceeded today’s goal because I was in the mood for being better than me.

The best part of running first thing today? I feel righteous because I already exercised, which makes me feel empowered to do whatever I want. I’ve got the rest of the day off, bitches.  I am already homeless-looking in parachute pants and eating chocolate covered raisins.  Thanks to running endorphins I feel like a champ!

For other tips on how to run or feel like you do Zumba, check out my previous post.