My first thought when I see that second blue line come into view:
Am I still going to be able to do the races I have planned?
After just getting back into training after a 16 week hiatus due to an injury, there is no way I am giving up my running. I do a little research and see there is absolutely no reason I need to stop training or cancel my race plans (as long as my pregnancy remains uncomplicated.) It is actually good for me and my baby. I only need to make sure I get proper nutrition(That's no-brainer!), stay hydrated(Duh!) and don't overheat( Pretty easy too.)
I am sure I will have to modify my pace
as I get bigger
and my blood volume increases,
but what matters to me
is
being out there running.
It is my sanity saver, my relaxation, a great start to my day or a perfect finish to my day, an emotional release, my happy place.
It makes me feel strong and accomplished, happy and peaceful, energized and unstoppable, elated and invigorated.
I am sure I will be asked a hundred times by non-runners ( maybe, runners too) why on earth are you determined to run 900 miles while I am pregnant.. . and this is why.
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