As much as I love running, there are many days I find it difficult to put on my shoes and get out the door. In fact, this has been my problem for most of the spring, in spite of three races, two PRs and a team to lead and mentor. Sometimes, I find motivation in goals--a new PR, a new distance, a new course, Boston dreams. Sometimes, I find it in people and community--in running with friends, in running for a cause, in running because I can.
Today, my motivation was a bit simpler. A beautiful day and a willing dog. Yes, I should be training for Peachtree; yes, friends have lost loved ones and our fight is not over; yes, it's good for me, and once I get going, I'll be glad I did. None of those worked for me. But I couldn't waste a pretty day and those pleading eyes. Sometimes, simpler is better.
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