For all my running buddies

everyminute

I just had my first ezine article published - how exciting! Thought I would share:

(edited to remove link)

LOVE THE RUN 

You can train to run further, you can train to run faster. Can you train to run happier?

If running has become something you have to do and not something you want to do, then you have a problem. Time to tweak the routine, jump off the treadmill and leave the track behind and go find your love of the run!

Here are some ways to train to love the run:

Run with friends. If you don't have friends that run - make friends that run! Most communities have running groups you can join, either for free or for a nominal membership fee.

Find a beautiful run course. Do you always run the same 3 mile loop because it is right outside your front door? You drive to go out to dinner, go shopping, visit friends - do the same for your run. Drive to a local park or trail and take in the sights!

Run when you travel. There is no better way to get a feel for a city then to run through it. Many hotels have running routes mapped out for guests. If not, check out http://www.mapmyrun.com/ for the area you will be visiting. Whether it is a sunrise run on the beach or a run through a European city, it will surely be something you never forget.

Run slower and add intervals. Your overall time may end up the same but mixing it up keeps it challenging and fun. Add in some hills for strength and let the wind blow through your hair on the downhills/

Add music OR turn it off! Sometimes music makes the run but there is something addicting about hearing your own foot falls and getting lost in your thoughts.

Bring Fido along. Grab a leash and let your best friend set the pace. You may even get a break to sniff a fire hydrant along the way.

Get new gear. Anyone who has switched from heavy weight cotton sweats to performance wear or tech shirts will tell you that clothes CAN make the run! Performance wear is made to pull moisture away and keep you dry and comfortable. Many manufacturers add antimicrobial materials to keep you smelling good too! Add a new item every few weeks and soon you will have a new running wardrobe that will have you looking and feeling better on the run.

Soon you will find yourself running for joy and have the added benefits of weight loss, health and sanity!

 

Mamita49

I think its very fantastic what you do. I cant believe how strong you are. 

You can be very proud of yourself.......

However, As I became a very critical person since my dx,

Its a little bit like advertisement for your business, is it ????? 

everyminute

Thank you for your kind words, Carol.  I am proud of myself - it is hard to say that any place other than here because "normal" people think it is weird but they don't understand how devestating the diagnosis is - mentally and physically. 

Moving on and having a good life is work - I am very happy but I work very hard at that happiness.  Again something only you all would understand.

I removed the link from the post above and only posted the article.  I actually was thinking of Bobbie's (Spunky Girl) post about being in a running slump when I wrote the article but, yes, it could and certainly will be used for marketing in the real world. 

Mamita49

One question Mary,

I could run for hours, really. However, after 10 min. I am out of breath. I am 53 years, my doc told me thats normal, but it seems that I dont breath right. Its not that I have problems breathing, its just that I feel damm strong going, and going, my heart and body wants to, but my breathing is weak.

Do you have any advise on better breathing techniques ??

Thanks  ((((( hugs )))) 

everyminute

Even running marathons, the first few miles is sometimes hard. What helps me is slowing the pace down AND using my ipod so I don't hear my breathing . If I hear it I think , oh my god I cant breathe! If I dont hear it I seem to be better off.



Running for me, is comfortably hard, so I am a little out of breath, but I can still talk. If you are so out of breath that you are panting and cant talk - slow it down. Once you have got through the first few miles you will speed back up.



Hope that helps!

Mamita49

Thanks Mary,

I think I will get a thing to hold my ipod on my arm.

Removing your ad was smart. I do believe that you deserve to get going in your business, just be careful.........Sometimes the best intentions lead to misunderstandings.

I have seen volunteers shoveling their business cards among cancer patients.  

Cancer sucks, but it also brings money........... 

everyminute

Carol -

I replaced the link to EZINE article with the actual content of the article that is shown above so as not to offend anyone. 

To be fair, though, for anyone who reads your comments and didn't see my original post - it was not an advertisement.  I did honestly, as you said with good intentions, post the article which has running tips for new and burned out runners.  For 3 years I have been giving running advice and encouragement on this site - that is nothing new.  The only thing that could have been considered advertizing was a link to my website at the very bottom of the article on the EZINE site.

Again, I did not mean to offend so I replaced the link to the article with the actual article. 

Good luck with your running.

Pure

umm I think its great that you have indeed gone on with your life, started a business, are helping people etc...Considering all the volunteering you do I take no offesnse to you annoucing your business. I am proud of you. I love seeing women go on with their lives with gusto...  you should be able to share with your sisters your business, your plans, your life...Life goes on, no matter what... That's inspiring.

SpunkyGirl

All's I can say is "I love you, Everyminute!"

KerryMac

I don't want to stir the pot here at all, but I have just seen this and feel I have to comment too.

I think Mary is a long time member of this forum, not someone trying to scam their way in to sell stuff. She has actively encouraged so many of us to exercise after our Dx, at one point sending prizes to everyone who met a monthly excercise goal. (paid for out of her own pocket) She also selflessly gives of her time every week with cancer survivors in her community. She is one of the most postive and encouraging people I have ever met.

I think when we come throuigh the hell of Dx and treatment, and can see women ahead of us living to the fullest, getting out there and embracing life again, it is inspiring, it shows us that it is possible for us too. Mary is an example of how a Cancer Dx doesn't have to be "the end", how you can go on and do great things, help others, and yes, if you want to, start a business.

If anyone is entitled to a bit of shameless self promotion, it is her. 

Mamita49

I know Mary is an amazing person. No doubt. I am also aware that this is more my issue than Mary's. I have been at my local Wellness Center since my dx. I took many courses there from "making our own creme" to Yoga, cooking lessons, running together. You name it, i have done it. Those people offer their service to cancer people for free. Many times, after knowing each other, the volunteers started to promote their own business.

After a while, you just get so fed-up with all this. Anyhow, most important is the article that Mary send, and I am truly proud of Mary keeping so strong. 

dogsandjogs

Great article, thank you!

I have been kind of sad since my lumpectomy and the death (5 months apart) of two of my dogs. And it is difficult to get motivated to run again; although I love it; use to run marathons; started 31 years ago this month.

I feel so much better after running (it's actually jogging these days) but getting started is hard. I do jog with my dogs a couple of miles in the morning, but that's a lot of stop and go so I don't count it.

 Your article has inspired me---I'm going to run on the local school playground today not matter how hot it gets LOL

Claire_in_Seattle

Mamita.....And what size is your doctor to tell you that's "normal"???

Your lungs are one of the other things you exercise, so you will rebuild capacity.  I am a cyclist, not a runner, and I can tell you that chemo and radiation did affect my lung capacity.  It took about six months from the radiation to fully heal.  Now, I am better than ever.

I cycled throughout and walked a few more hills than usual. 

It is work, as Mary says, to get to the point where life is truly wonderful again.  I would describe it as "discipline".  Yesterday, I wrapped up my swollen ankle and cycled 35 miles so I will be ready for the Seattle-to-Portland which is in five days.

Mary.....congrats on the Ezine article.

Srbreastcancersurvivor......what about a goal??  You don't have to start with a marathon.  Something to get you back in the game.  And run early in the day if blistering hot out.  Then you are done.....really done.

Kerry......thanks for reminding me of Mary's prizes.  I treasure mine, which for anyone who doesn't know this, I earned while undergoing chemo.  I have also watched YOU train and run marathons, so proud of you as well. - Claire