Running
I run, but also a lot of the time I don’t run. I’m a slow runner, and I am at peace with that, because I’m not a competitive runner, not even against myself. I’ve had a few injuries that have given me a very stop start trajectory - but I persevere.
I run because I like the feeling of physical strength. I like the feeling of achievement, even after a small run. I like knowing that I’m doing something good for myself. But mostly, I like how it clears my head. I’m always happier when I’m running regularly.
Personal Bests
I’ve never really been one to try to beat my PB. Consistency is a hard enough target for me. But for fun, here are my numbers.
| Distance | Time | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 5K | 30:23 | 2017 |
| 10K | 1:02:03 | 2018 |
| Half marathon | 2:32:38 | 2019 |
My running timeline
- 2006ish: First run. Hated it!
- 2012: Tried again - inspired by the Olympics. Ran 1k - hated it!
- 2016: Started Couch to 5k. Unexpectedly loved it.
- 2016: First 5K.
- 2017: First 10K.
- 2018: First 10 mile.
- 2019: First half marathon. (Got injured)
- 2023: Second half marathon. (Got injured - oh, a pattern)
- 2026: At time of writing, retraining to 5k.
Gear
- GPS: Garmin Forerunner 265
- Headphones: Shokz OpenRun Pro
- Shoes: New Balance 860