…the itch to run!
Yes, this is actually a post about running! I spent the second half of my pregnancy frustrated that I couldn’t keep running thanks to the posterior tibial tendonitis that was holding me back. I eventually came to terms with the fact that I wouldn’t be one of those women who blissfully runs until the day she delivers. I did sneak in some running during the Turkey Trot 5K and 2 days before I went into labor. It wasn’t really enjoyable running though.
I can’t wait to get back to real running where I feel good and strong as I tick off the miles (that will happen, right?!). It’s probably going to be a while before I feel that way since I’ll be starting from scratch when I can finally lace up my running shoes again.
I’ve thrown all my race goals out the window for 2013 and want to just focus on being injury-free for once. I still plan on running races, but I’m not setting any time or distance goals right now.
For Christmas, my sweet hubby and my parents got me some running gifts. It’s funny because when I opened them at Christmas, it was like they meant nothing to me. I couldn’t think about running. It was the absolute farthest thing from my mind with Ezra being in the NICU. I couldn’t even get excited about the cool running gadgets and cute running clothes. I also felt pretty beat up physically from giving birth so I couldn’t even begin to think about being active again at that point.
Magnet, keychain and iPhone case
Pretty outfit from Road Runner Sports
I’m really excited about my super awesome running presents now. Other cool running gifts not pictured: Badass Mother Runner tank and It’s all good. I ran today. shirt.
Now that I’m feeling better physically, I find that running pops into my head more and more frequently as the days go by. I plan to wait until my 6 week postpartum check up (just over 2 weeks to go) before I go for that highly anticipated first post-baby run. I’m expecting to feel a rush of pure joy with my first few steps followed by pain as I discover just how terribly out of shape I am. I can’t wait! Plus, I’m way behind on my Winter 100 Challenge mileage! I don’t know if I’ll be able to rack up enough miles in February since I want to ease back into running so I don’t risk injury. Oh well, I’m not eligible for the sweet prizes anyway 
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Happy running!
I love the presents. It’s great they found so many awesome things just for you. I hope you get out there as soon as you are ready.
Thank you!
Glad to hear you are getting the itch to run again. That first run will indeed be a challenge, but you’ll be amazed how fast you get back to “normal” running. I didn’t run with either of my pregnancies and still got back at it pretty quickly.
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I hope you’re right!
Glad you’re gearing up and ready to get back out there! I need to follow suit. Some cute gear and clothes like you got there would certainly help motivate lol. Enjoy and good luck on your winter 100!
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Cute clothes are always good motivation
LOVE LOVE LOVE THAT
for me thats how I know Ive found my passion.
xoxo
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Thanks!
Love the Christmas gifts! I’m sure you weren’t ready to think about running then, but now you sound like you can’t wait to go for a run.
I know that itch. Have fun on that first run! I can’t wait to read about it.
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I hope you can get back out there soon, Karen!
Love that blue/brown top–so cute! What great incentive for getting back out there. It will feel slow, I’m sure, but also amazing! You’ll bounce back faster than you think.
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I hope so!
i’m quickly approaching my third trimester and am already itchin’ to run! i by far prefer cold weather running to running in the heat, so seeing some of the road warriors out there this winter has been feeling a little blue. hoping you get the all clear to pick up your running routine and that you enjoy every minute of that first run!
Thank you, Tina! I’ve found I love running in the cold too. I’ve had running envy lately seeing all the runners out there
Love the gifts – and YAY for running again. I already have that itch to “run fast” and push myself — and I didn’t expect it to happen! I can’t wait to read about your first run back
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So glad you are getting the “itch” again – don’t rush it, it will ALWAYS be there for you.
I LOVE the RoadRunner outfit – love their products!
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I love the image of “blissfully” running until the end of pregnancy.
I’m pretty sure I missed the mark on “bliss” lol
You’re going to love being able to get a good sweat and runner’s high again!
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