Guess what today is? It’s National Running Day!!!

Since national running day occurred during the work week, I only went for my normal 5 mile run tonight.  This weekend I am hoping to get in a couple longer runs.

To celebrate running day here is a little running survey 🙂

1. Why do you run?

I run because …

Running helps me stay in shape

Running allows me to eat

Running keeps my happy

Running has given me mental fortitude

Running has allowed me to see places in a whole new way

Running clears my mind

For the medals 🙂

2. How do you plan to celebrate National Running Day?

By running of course!!!

…I also registered for a few fall races.

3. How many miles have you run so far this year?

785 miles

4. What big events do you have on the race calendar so far this year?

This past winter it was Disney Princess half marathon which I completed in February.   In the fall, the big race will be the Rock N Roll Half Marathon in Vegas.

5. Before you leave for a run you must have:

iPhone charged, water and a piece of gum

6. Do you have one favorite app to track your runs?

Not really apps but my Garmin or now my Apple watch are my go to tracking devices.

7. Who is your favorite running partner?

I really don’t have one.  I honestly enjoy running by myself, it helps me relax.

8. What races have you ran so far this year?

Disney Enchanted 10K

Disney Princess Half Marathon

Bockfest 5K

Little Kings Mile

The Flying Pig

9. If you had to give someone one piece of advice about running what would it be?

It doesn’t matter how fast or slow you run, what matters is that you are out there running 🙂

10.  Describe your relationship with running in one word:

Fulfilling