I run because it clears my mind. It’s my DE stressor, it’s my daily dose of medicine, and it’s my therapy. Running makes me feel strong and it makes me feel confident. All women should feel strong and confident. Running is probably the only thing I have ever been good at, the only thing I’ve ever gotten a blue ribbon or gold medal for and that’s not why I run but I can’t describe to you the way I feel when I see my mom’s face at the finish line of my races. I’ve never seen her be proud of me like I have when my name popped up in the winners section on the teleprompter. Running has taught me a lot about myself, it’s taught me that I can endure more mentally and physically than I think I can. Most importantly, I truly believe that making physical fitness important to me has made a lasting impression on my children. Teaching my kids by example that being active is good for your mind and body and soul is an investment with a guaranteed return. When they say I want to run like Mommy, that right there is reason enough.
