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LL514
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what goes through your mind while running?
I feel like I'm always thinking, how long has it been? How far have I gotten? How many miinutes til I can stop?
My body doesn't feel tired, its my mind playing tricks on me! What do you think about? Any advice?
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Posted 4/28/11 9:19 PM  |
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ME75
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Re: what goes through your mind while running?
umm..when is this going to be over!? LOL seriously on my early morning runs thats my first thought!
but i am pretty consumed with my garmin checking to see how far i;ve gone or my pace
i also think about my kids, work, and wonder who might see me while i'm out there on the road! silly but true!
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| Posted 4/28/11 9:44 PM |
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Cheeks24
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Re: what goes through your mind while running?
My mind wanders! Sometimes it's about stuff I've been thinking about. Sometimes it's about stuff I want to do in our house and the rest of the time it's wondering when my run will be over.
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| Posted 4/28/11 9:50 PM |
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TwoGirls4Me
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Re: what goes through your mind while running?
Sine ive just started its usually "you can do it, you can do it" lol
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| Posted 4/28/11 10:03 PM |
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missfabulous
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Re: what goes through your mind while running?
My mind wanders...time defintely goes by faster when I'm not thinking about it.
When it gets really hard I do alot of self-talking "You can do it" or "Only half a mile more"...etc. And imagine myself setting the goals I want to set (running a full marathon, new 5k PR, etc)
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| Posted 4/29/11 7:21 AM |
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LisaW
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Re: what goes through your mind while running?
I'm really new to running, and only doing short distances now, but its usually, ok, you can make it to that fire hydrant, that bush that mailbox, etc LOL
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| Posted 4/29/11 7:49 AM |
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Bxgell2
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Re: what goes through your mind while running?
I often think about the things that stressed me out that day... I solve a lot of problems in my head during my runs. Other times, I just hit a zone, where I'm not thinking at all, I'm just totally in tune with my body as I run, and it feels soooooooooo fantastic. That isn't quite as often, and usually happens more towards the end of my run.
There are days when I struggle and I feel like it's taking FOREVER... on those days, I just think back to the day that guy tried to attack me when I was running, and think, if I could get away from that creep, I can run another 5, 10, 15 minutes 
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| Posted 4/29/11 7:55 AM |
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ThePs1023
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Re: what goes through your mind while running?
I find myself doing the math to pr my races a lot!
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| Posted 4/29/11 8:49 AM |
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Re: what goes through your mind while running?
I think about my goals in life, or at least the near future. I sort of envision them in front of me as I'm running towards them. I am SO not a runner naturally so I tell myself "if I can do this, I can do anything!"
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| Posted 4/29/11 8:57 AM |
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Re: what goes through your mind while running?
Posted by Bxgell2
Other times, I just hit a zone, where I'm not thinking at all, I'm just totally in tune with my body as I run, and it feels soooooooooo fantastic.
OMG, I had that on my run on last Tuesday. I wish I knew how to replicate it because it felt so amazing.
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| Posted 4/29/11 8:59 AM |
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IAMMRSBROWN
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Re: what goes through your mind while running?
What really helps me when I get in the "am I almost done, I want to stop mentality" is picturing running in the half that Im training for. I'll picture my husband and family and friends all cheering me on. I picture how Im going to feel crossing that finish line. Im doing the Diva half in Oct and I picture getting the boa and tiara and running with them. I picture getting the medal at the end! It really helps so much!! Its fun .. try it!!
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| Posted 4/29/11 9:03 AM |
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Mkr09
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Re: what goes through your mind while running?
Posted by LisaW
I'm really new to running, and only doing short distances now, but its usually, ok, you can make it to that fire hydrant, that bush that mailbox, etc LOL
Haha this is exactly what I do. While I'm doing the short jogs on Couch to 5K I'm thinking "If I can just make it to that car, if I can just make it to the corner, if I can just make it past that tree."
I also am consumed with people seeing me run. I know I prob look silly and hate running past anyone so when I pass someone I constantly think how silly I must look.
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| Posted 4/29/11 9:12 AM |
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Lucky
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Re: what goes through your mind while running?
I try to get into the rhythm of my music. I sometimes think about my day and what I need to do. Today I was thinking about being up weight and how I am going to get back on track. I also look for change on the street while I run....gives me something to do...today I found a quarter, a dime and a penny. In the past, I have found dollar bills.
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| Posted 4/29/11 9:45 AM |
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julz33
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Re: what goes through your mind while running?
complex math equations 
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| Posted 4/29/11 10:19 AM |
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acm1899
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Re: what goes through your mind while running?
I've been running a long time and I don't even think about running anymore. I usually think about stuff I need to do or plans I need to make. Or I just enjoy the scenery, especially on a nice day!
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| Posted 4/29/11 12:14 PM |
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blondiebabyZ
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Re: what goes through your mind while running?
Its bad for my hearing but i will blast the music so i dont hear anythng but the music. I then get lost in the music and run with the beats.
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| Posted 4/29/11 1:17 PM |
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Erica
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Re: what goes through your mind while running?
Posted by julz33
complex math equations
I do this often! A lot of time it is about pace and what not, but I will multiply/divide numbers I come across on the road (like house numbers and mph)
On long, long runs 16+ miles I actually multpily the miles by 2.5 and keep track of the songs I'm listening too.
I love also falling into/analyzing the lyrics of a song...I usually said "what did they just say?" When I thought I knew the lyrics for the last 20 years.
If it's a specific workout (hills, fartleks, intervals) I will concentrate on keeping pace and pushing.
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| Posted 4/29/11 4:08 PM |
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Dollface
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Re: what goes through your mind while running?
When I'm outside in the park, it's almost like meditation time. I do think about my form and going the distance, but I think a lot about life, my problems, loved ones, everything. I always returned physically tired, but mentally refreshed.
On the treadmill I only about time and how tortured I feel and the stink of the gym. Yuck.
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| Posted 4/29/11 9:03 PM |
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Lucky
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Re: what goes through your mind while running?
Posted by Dollface
On the treadmill I only about time and how tortured I feel and the stink of the gym. Yuck.
This cracked me up but it's so true!
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| Posted 4/29/11 9:36 PM |
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DanaRenee
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Re: what goes through your mind while running?
dont make fun, but a lot of times it helps to think about all the times in your life when you felt good...or felt cool...or felt in control...all those memories bring adrenaline to me...or think about going out somewhere and how good you'll look! Weird right?!
eta: what has also helped w/my training for the half recently...I think about seeing my family at the finish line...it totally makes my body excrete adrenaline...almost as if your listening to a song that has soo much meaning to you and it just gives you energy. does that make any sense at all??
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| Posted 4/29/11 9:36 PM |
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juanvi
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Re: what goes through your mind while running?
Posted by IAMMRSBROWN
What really helps me when I get in the "am I almost done, I want to stop mentality" is picturing running in the half that Im training for. I'll picture my husband and family and friends all cheering me on. I picture how Im going to feel crossing that finish line. Im doing the Diva half in Oct and I picture getting the boa and tiara and running with them. I picture getting the medal at the end! It really helps so much!! Its fun .. try it!!
I could totally see this working. I love it! What is the diva run?
As for me I really get into the music and run to the beat. Almost feel like I'm in a music video.
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