My Running Essentials:
- Runtastic App. This tracks my distance, duration of exercise, calories burned and my pace. It’s a free app, and I love it!
- Running shoes. You all remember how I ended up in a boot for
severalseven weeks? Yeah. That was because I thought the rules didn’t apply to me. Since then, I’ve been loving my Brooks Ravenna 5s! They’re crazy comfortable and very light! - Fitbit Flex. This is not necessary by any means. But I love it. On the days I’m feeling lazy (read: considering skipping my run) this little bugger encourages me to get out there. I love the social network part of it that encourages friendly competition with my buddies. You can also track your diet, water intake, sleep and more!
- Music. I actually prefer spotify over pandora (less commercials, in my opinion) but I toggle between both depending on my mood. I also usually listen to some sort of Sara Bareilles Radio station, but sometimes I switch it up and jam to today’s hits station. I tend to switch to the hits near the end of a run when I’m losing steam and need some higher energy!
I never thought I’d be this girl. But I really wanted to be. So I made it happen. I can thank the c25k program for that. I was the least athletic person I knew before I started with that program, so if I could become a runner, so can you. Promise.
There’s plenty that I love about running. I love how I feel. I love that now my body looks fit and strong (instead of weak and sick). I love the time with myself. While I’m generally alone through out my day, this is time that I dedicate to doing something for me. I love being out among the campus and people. I feel way more connected to my surroundings now that I started running. I also love the dose of fresh air. This couch potato would sometimes go DAYS without ever really spending any time outside.
I started running to keep track of my writing goals. And it worked. But I kept running because of how it made me feel.
I love my fitbit, but I didn't know about the social part of it!
I need to get another fitbit – I lost mine because I had the stupid clip on one and now I know that I need the bracelet one!!! I just love knowing how much I walk/run in a day!! And great shoes – that is most certainly a must!!
I haven't tried the fitbit yet but I want to so much!
I LOVE Runtastic.
Great post! I've been wanting a FitBit for awhile but I keep hearing mixed things about it.
<3, Pamela
sequinsandseabreezes.blogspot.com
I think fitbits of some sort are going to the top of our Christmas lists this year- they seem like such a great way to stay motivated!
I need to get that app, thanks for sharing it 🙂
I gave up on running after 2 weeks of C25K, but I think it was because my shoes weren't up to it. One day I aspire to get back into it, so you've given me some inspiration!
xo Julie
julieupstairs.wordpress.com
I am working towards this! I am not the biggest runner (at all) but I would love to be! I can walk/bike/elliptical all day long, but the running, not so much. Thanks for this post!
xo Southern Style
Good for you!! The only running that I do is to the bus or the train when I see it coming haha. I do the stair master and the elliptical for my cardio. My husband is a runner though and very disciplined about it. 🙂 I hope that you are having a great day so far too!! 🙂
Oh how important running shoes are! I tried to break that rule too and ended up very unhappy. My feet love my new saucony shoes though!
so proud of you girl!
You keep running and keep being that girl! Rock it out!
Awesome! I always aspire to be a runner. Even tried C25K once (and made it to Wk 3…). Good for you!!
Katie @ Cup of Tea
I've been toying with the idea of purchasing a Fitbit! Congrats to you for keeping up with something that makes you feel great!
Yeah!!!! This post made me happy and giddy for you all at the same time! I feel the same way when it comes to running. I never thought I would be that kind of girl but I'm also glad I'm with you with your new love for running to music 😉
Look at you and all your running tips! I really want to like running. I think music and good shoes certainly help! I need some new shoes, mine are so not comfortable!
I want a fitbit! I think it'd be cool mostly to track my sleep. hahaha #bum
I cant find my fitbit charger. Do you mind walking an extra 10,000 steps a day for me!!
I am slowly….very slowly….getting back into running. Thanks for sharing these girly!!!
Good for you for wanting to be a runner and actually DOING it!! I'm the worst at accomplishing fitness goals. But, this post is motivating me to go to the gym today, so thanks for that! 🙂
Love it! I wouldn't consider myself a runner, but I love it. And I too like the quiet time alone. I feel so refreshed after a run. 🙂
You GO girl! I love running to clear my head for sure. Keep up the awesome work. xo