M.O.T.I.V.A.T.I.O.N
Motivation.
It is what keeps us going when things get tough, both out on the pavement, and in life. Those who are motivated, truly motivated, can tackle any obstacle. There is no such thing as fear, only confidence. When you are motivated, nothing is out of reach. You can simply do anything. The tricky part is, however, tapping into that motivation and holding on to it.
I’ve thought a lot about my own personal motivation. What pushes me to wake up before the sun on a Saturday morning to bang out a double digit run? Why do I push through a challenging speed work session after a long day of teaching? What makes me want to run so far and train so hard that my body actually hurts?
Because I can.
I’ve got a healthy body that is able to run and I am going to take full advantage of that. So many people, whether it be because of sickness or injury or whatever, can’t run. As cliche as it may sound, I run for those who can’t. I’ve been given the opportunity to run and I refuse to let my body and talents waste away. I’ve got both the ability and the passion. Why would I ever pass up such an incredible gift?
Everyone has their own reasons to get out there and work. Push themselves past the point of comfort. Push themselves to the point of greatness. My reason is because I can…what is yours?
“There will be a day when you can no longer do this, today is not that day.”
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8 Comments
Travis Owens
April 13, 2012I want to test my limits and see what i am really capable of doing. There is pain and discomfort involved in this journey but the satisfaction that comes from pushing and expanding what I thought were my limits more than makes up for that. Along the way I raise money for charity so it about far more than just me.
Ashleigh
April 14, 2012I couldn’t agree more! Good for you for raising funds along the way…I did with Team in Training one year and it was an awesome experience.
Patrick
April 13, 2012When I was running the last portion of the relay marathon at the OKC-memorial race last year, I passed a couple running the full marathon. The guy was coaching the lady and saying exactly what you said in your last couple of paragraphs! It was really inspiring and obviously has stuck with me today!
Ashleigh
April 13, 2012That is awesome. If I heard someone saying that quote during the last few miles of a race, you can bet I would be inspired to finish strong!
Natalie Brown
April 13, 2012Your quote gave me chills. I run because I’d be a crazy person if I didn’t. It’s my way of channeling excess energy/ or gaining extra energy. I use races as a goal and workout groups as a way to stay motivated. If I don’t have either of those things it’s easy for me to lose my motivation.
Ashleigh
April 14, 2012That is my absolute favorite quote. Glad you liked it!
Nicholas L. Norfolk
April 13, 2012This is a powerful post! I’m definitely sharing this one. It made me want to go running in my shirt & tie!
One of the many reasons I run is similar to what Travis stated. I know we are all crazy by many people’s standards. We are intense, resilient, and determined! There is nothing wrong with that. If there is, so be it!
“I AM A RUNNER because I know that despite my best efforts, I will always want more from myself. I will always want to know my limits so that I can exceed them.”
Ashleigh
April 14, 2012Thank you! I am happy to be a “crazy” runner. Wouldn’t have it any other way.