5 LESSONS LEARNED FROM MY RUN TODAY

I just finished up my shortest run of the year. 5.5km in 40 mins. Even though it was just a short run, I got so much out of it. I learned…

1. Things are not always as bad as we think they will be. It was not really that bad running in the wind, the snow, and the freezing cold. Oh, I also lost my iPod, so I ran without music. Again, not that bad.

2. The first step is the hardest. I was getting a chuckle listening to my self-talk try to change my mind to not get out.

3. Don’t give up. At the beginning of my run, when I was chilly, I was thinking of turning around and cutting my run short. I pushed through it anyway. Didn’t take me long to warm up, and I ran what I set out to run.

4. Be prepared. I knew the elements outside, so I bundled up. 2 sets of socks and gloves, 3 layers on my legs, and 3 sweaters. Moisturizing cream on the face to protect my face from the wind.

5. Pain vs pleasure association. The pleasure I get from running outweighed the pain. It gives me a big energy boost in my day, it inspires others, and I get a big sense of accomplishment.

Mike

Mike Gillespie | Epic Living Coach | Epic Living Academy Badass Dad, Peak Performance Coach, Entrepreneur, Investor, Butt Kicker, Boundary Pusher, School Builder, Speaker, Explorer, Extreme Sports Enthusiast, Visionary & Positive Thinking Dude Who’s Dedicated to Helping You Become the Happiest and Healthiest Person You Know! I was born and raised in Hamilton, Ontario and for as long as I can remember, I’ve always been very positive & optimistic. As a young boy, I was a dreamer, a doer and excited for life! I remember growing up, before any big test at school, or soccer game, my mom would always remind me to Do My Best! I’m a wee bit of a perfectionist because of that. And, today, I’m still all of those things, but now a man, driven, dedicated and committed to living a life on my own terms.