I'm quite lazy when it comes to physical exercise. I've never really challenged myself physically before because I always find a reason not to. Getting hot and sweaty is not something I enjoy. It's always too hot, too cold, too expensive, too early, too late...really just too much effort, to exercise.
But things have changed massively in my life in the last 6 months.
In December I gave birth to my scrummy (and very cute) little boy, Noah. This has spurred me on in two ways. Firstly, I now have even more of a flabby tummy than I did before and it has to go. The only way that is going to happen is through exercise. Secondly, I figured that if I can give birth and manage to survive the first few weeks with a newborn then I must be able to do a half marathon.
The other massive change is that my Dad passed away in April after being diagnosed with a brain tumour at the end of February. For anyone who knew my Dad, you will know that he loved sport, especially cycling, running and walking, and was always a very active person. In fact, he was due to run the Bath Half Marathon this year but was too ill to be able to do so. This has obviously also encouraged me to start doing some exercise. Firstly, I think my Dad would have laughed if I had told him I was going to run a half marathon but I also know that he would be very proud if I ever completed one! Secondly, I want to do something for one of the charities that give support to individuals and their families who are diagnosed with a brain tumour. And finally because it's made me realise that you just have to do things rather than talk about doing them!
So that's my motivation. Now to start running....
But things have changed massively in my life in the last 6 months.
In December I gave birth to my scrummy (and very cute) little boy, Noah. This has spurred me on in two ways. Firstly, I now have even more of a flabby tummy than I did before and it has to go. The only way that is going to happen is through exercise. Secondly, I figured that if I can give birth and manage to survive the first few weeks with a newborn then I must be able to do a half marathon.
The other massive change is that my Dad passed away in April after being diagnosed with a brain tumour at the end of February. For anyone who knew my Dad, you will know that he loved sport, especially cycling, running and walking, and was always a very active person. In fact, he was due to run the Bath Half Marathon this year but was too ill to be able to do so. This has obviously also encouraged me to start doing some exercise. Firstly, I think my Dad would have laughed if I had told him I was going to run a half marathon but I also know that he would be very proud if I ever completed one! Secondly, I want to do something for one of the charities that give support to individuals and their families who are diagnosed with a brain tumour. And finally because it's made me realise that you just have to do things rather than talk about doing them!
So that's my motivation. Now to start running....
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