Training? What training?

Sigh. August killed my motivation. My promising start in July pittered out as the temps stayed in the 80's. We had a reprieve, but by that point running was not a habit, but a mere chore I kept putting off. The anxiety grew.

But that is over. It is September. I need to stop dwelling. The next couple weeks are going to mean harder runs than I had been used to, but they absolutely need to happen.

Today, despite hot weather. Despite working all morning, I made myself get out there. 2.75 miles with some good hills and even a small hill repeat session. Happy September 1st. I've run 2x this week, which is improvement.

For many, the new year equals renewal, for me, 17 years spent in school, September is ingrained in me as its own new year. The beginning of school. New pencils, books, notebooks, new clothes, bought in August sitting for weeks just waiting for that first day. The agony of the wait to use them. The clothes and supplies sitting there teasing me. The anticipation of what that new school year would bring. The fresh start.  Its still inside me. While I'm no longer in school, September 1st is a chance to refocus. To look at those promises made January 1st, assess what has been accomplished and set out on a mission to achieve those goals lost in the last 8 months.

While I wilted in August, as the crispness takes over the air, I renew my commitment to running the half marathon I signed up for.

I renew commitment to a healthier lifestyle filled with running, better eating habits and yoga.

I renew my plan for a repeat of last year's Fresh Start 5K (I kinda need to start planning this!).

I renew my commitment to myself and getting life back on track.