10 Running-Related Personal Questions

I am a follower of Another Mother Runner. Love their blog, their books, their giveaways, and their fun. The other day, they posted “10 Running-Related Personal Questions” and asked their followers to contribute. So here goes….

Best Run Ever: I have only been running for about 6 months, but the run I have felt the best about was a local 5k in August. It was a beautiful day, I had a great time even though I didn’t know anyone, and I felt great while running. Just a great morning all around.

Three Words to Describe My Running: Hopeful. Trying. Never-Give-Up.

My Go-To Running Outfit: My husband is probably tired of seeing me in these, but it’s a pair of black shorts from Wal-Mart (I have 3 pairs of identical shorts), and a ribbed tank from Wal-Mart (I have about 6-10 of these). Oh, and you can’t forget the bandana that doesn’t match ANYTHING I am wearing.

Quirky Habit While Running: I am lucky enough that my parents live in the same town. Depending on the length of my run, I stop at my parent’s house at least once, sometimes twice. The final stop is always to grab a cold bottle of water, at least 1 Double Stuff Oreo, and to allow my parents to give me a hard time about eating an Oreo while I run. When it’s really hot, I hope they have freezy-pops.

Morning, Midday, Evening: I am an evening runner. I like my sleep too much to get up in the morning, and I really hate being sweaty over my lunch time.

I won’t run outside when it’s: So far, I won’t run when it’s really hot and humid. I had an awful experience running a 5k in hot/humid weather and wasn’t prepared. I also won’t run by myself when it’s really dark. Our town is pretty safe, but I’d still rather not risk it.

Worst Injury – and How I got over it: So far, nothing bad enough I had to go to the doctor. However, I have determined that if I push too hard, too fast, my knees don’t really like that. So I take it easy, ice it, rest it, and wear a brace. If it keeps up, then I will deal with it differently.

I felt most like a badass mother runner when: I completed a 13 mile run/walk and didn’t collapse afterward. Oh, and when my daughters are at the finish line cheering me on!

Next Race is: Southern Tennessee Half-marathon in Winchester, Tennessee on October 6. I am running it with my niece (ok, so she’s running and I’m walking most of it) and it’s our first race. I’m excited to do this with her.

Potential running goal for 2013: a sub-30 5k, my first 10k, and actually run a complete half-marathon.