I like junk food.
I especially loves fries from McDonalds.
Unfortunately, my metabolism is dying on me. I began to realize that it was starting to get harder to button my jeans.
And...well, this, basically:
So I knew I had to do something. Even though I hated to do it.
I had to start running. Or, if I'm being honest, what I do is jogging. While in intense pain. I do not get pleasure from it. But it's what I have to do if I want to keep eating stuff like this:
I will never be someone who goes, "Let's eat some kale and have squash spaghetti!" It's just me not.
Here's how I force myself to run:
1. I buy shirts that basically give the middle finger to the fact that I have to run.
2. I make fun playlists so the music can help drown out the pain.
3. Before I run, I whine about it and make faces like this to show how pissed off I am that I have to run.
4. I got a Fitbit. It helps. Sometimes. Sometimes it's mean.
5. I turn into Phoebe from Friends if I get a stitch in my side.
6. I curse when it really starts to hurt. I also groan out, "Help me." This has startled some of the people that I pass.
7. Some people are all, "WOO! Endorphins! WOO! This run has ENERGIZED me and I feel amazing!" I do this when it's all over. (See top photo too. That's an actual photo of me collapsed after I ran. My kids were like, "Are you okay? Will you be making us lunch?"
8. I got a 0.0 sticker for my car. I know I won't be doing any marathons. Someone once asked if I wanted to do one. She was all, "Yeah, show time is 7 AM." I basically laughed hysterically. I might have offended her. But 7 AM? To do something I ABHOR? No. I'll donate directly to the cause.
Do you like running?
Lol! I know! It's awful!! I just started back again and ewwww! I hate it. Military Husband can do like 10 miles or some shit in some ridiculous time. Hate him for it!!
ReplyDeleteI wish I didn't like candy so much. And carbs.
I had started running and then I sprained my ankle (or broke it I hate doctors so who knows?) really, really badly and pretty much had to stop. I still do it every now and then between my walking intervals, but it's never ever for long distances because my hip and my ankle can't take it.
ReplyDeleteI hate running and I do it because it helps me stay in shape but my weight has a lot more to do with what I eat. I have to eat pretty well about 80% of the time or I will gain weight regardless of exercise.
ReplyDeletei look crazy when i run. i run sideways, even on a treadmill. it's some weird equilibrium thing. that's my story anyway!
ReplyDeleteI hate running so I don't do it. I find other ways to exercise because if I try to force myself to do something I hate, it'll never get done.
ReplyDeleteHahahaha, I have always said, "If you see me running, you better run too because something is chasing me.". I don't run unless it's absolutely necessary! I need to walk more though, so maybe I'll use your advice for walking.
ReplyDeleteHahaha the first one cracks me up!
ReplyDeleteI don't like running, but I like sprinting. Weird. Like I can do it for five seconds of utter joy and then I'm over it.
ReplyDeleteWhen my pants start getting tight, I do hiking or chasing Athena. By powerwalking.
I wish I liked running. I basically have to do all the same things as you and it still doesn't get me out the door. Maybe tomorrow... or the next day... but not likely.
ReplyDeleteI am a terrible runner! I bought a push mower and do yard work to avoid it!
ReplyDeleteYuck to running. Much ado about nothing, if you ask me (and you did ��
ReplyDeleteRunning is bad for your knees, your back, your breath (or lack, thereof) and accident-prone folks are taking their life in their hands!
Good thing I like dancing and HIIT.
I only run when chased. and by that I mean, someone bigger and much scarier than I who has a knife and hockey mask has to be actively chasing me, or else I'm over here "meh." I blame my bad knee because no amount of endorphin covers up that kind of pain when it kicks in.
ReplyDeleteI like running for short periods... like 30 minutes at the most. But my feet are messed up and I've had to realize it just isn't in the cards :(
ReplyDeleteNo running for me. But I do have to exercise every day, because of the stupid metabolism thing. It just keeps getting worse and worse. Music is the only thing that keeps me going!
ReplyDeleteI love running but cant due to an injury
ReplyDeleteSometimes I love it, sometimes I hate it... But exercising is a necessity or I'll just balloon out and float up to the clouds. Actually, that doesn't sound too bad. Maybe try something else that you may enjoy instead...? Just a thought... ;)
ReplyDeleteI walked a 5K that's as "running" as I get. I only did it once, and don't see me doing it ever again.
ReplyDeleteThat shirt is hilarious. I think I need that! And I love the 0.0 too!
ReplyDeleteI like running... but I LOVE that shirt!
ReplyDeleteI totally hate running too (and there's this one pair of jeans I haven't been able to wear since DH came back from deployment a few years ago...I blame him for gaining the weight back...and you know that I was no longer doing barn chores 2-3 hrs a day). #7 omg yes. I went running for the first time yesterday in forever. Yeah I was dead tired by the end. And for the rest of the day. Endorphines? NO. I just wanted to sleep. Today I'm all sore my knee, my legs, my hip flexors (DAMN YOU HIPFLEXORS why are you so tight?!). So I'm just going to gimp around the house today.
ReplyDeleteOn the other hand...the gym does have a hot tub...and that sounds good...but I have to walk there...and I'm sore...
The struggle is real.
I run because it's pretty much the cheapest thing that I can make myself do. At home workouts don't work because I sort of half do them. I listen to podcasts and I count it as my alone time. That helps!
ReplyDeleteYep this doesn't happen anymore around my house. My knees won't take the running and I would have to wear depends for leaks. Yep not happening anymore.
ReplyDeleteI had a great time reading this post, hilarious! If it were me, I'd run too if I still get to eat those yummy goodness.
ReplyDeleteI LOVE THIS POST!I don't run or jog but I used to and I hated it too. I work part-time for my pet sitter so I'm out walking dogs in 90 plus degree heat. That's another way to drop pounds. Bless your heart! Hang in there!
ReplyDeleteI completely understand. I hate running and have to do things to make myself do it too. I love your playlist. Keep it up! You've got this!
ReplyDeleteWhen it comes to exercise, it's really important to find things that motivate you! Thanks for sharing yours. A good playlist can definitely keep you going! Love the headphones!
ReplyDeleteThings like running are a little bit tough on my joints. But I turned 40 this year and I'm doing a lot of things to take better care of my health, like eating a lot of salads. Not always what we really want to do, but we know it's good for us.
ReplyDeleteThere is a road race coming up by that has an ice cream sundae buffet bar at the finish line for participants. Now that is nice reward for running a 5k!
ReplyDeleteThats a nice tongue-in-cheek way to look at running. Yes it takes so much will power to get up from the bed in the mornings and head out for a jog. But the way you look at it ensures that it becomes more bearable and doable.
ReplyDeleteThat playlist is GOLDEN! I won't ever be a runner because I have exercise-induced asthma, BUT I will be using a lot of these ideas to motivate myself to exercise in other ways! I am trying to get into a yoga routine and it's hard to motivate myself when I could just... not do it. lol
ReplyDeleteIts enough to get myself psyched up to get on the treadmill let only run!! but agree music is the key so that is my goal this weekend is get my playlist together.
ReplyDeleteYou are definitely more dedicated than I am. I can't make myself run even if I'm being chased, lol. I've never really been a runner, though.
ReplyDeleteI totally cracked up reading this - probably because I look like Phoebe a lot when I run! Great tips on how to psyche yourself up to put your sneakers on and go.
ReplyDeleteI used to try to make myself run. My joints hate it too much so I just ride bike instead!
ReplyDeleteYour post is so me...but I don't run...jog...or even walk...and because of it, I've gained a lot of weight. I'm about to get my fat butt up off the couch and start walking to slowly get to jogging so that I can once again eat what I want...chocolate frosting! lol
ReplyDeleteMotivation is a huge factor when it comes to doing something you don't actually enjoy.... like exercise! I really like how you try to motivate yourself!
ReplyDeleteI only run if there is a bear after me or some type of animal lol. I need to walk first before I attempt to run. I'm waiting for the weather to warm up so I can start that back up
ReplyDeleteKita Bryant
Girl, you are TOO FUNNY!! I love the pictures especially the Grumpy Cat one! I'm stealing that for Facebook. lol I used to jog when I was young but gave it up. Now I wear a knee brace and struggle with sciatic nerve issues. Don't get old! It sucks! lol Love this post!!
ReplyDeleteNope running is never going to happen in my lifetime again, except maybe running to the bathroom. I will walk anytime.
ReplyDeleteI HATE HATE HATE running too. I will NEVER try it again. LOL
ReplyDeleteI love running a lot and I agree that running is a cheap way to become fit and healthy. But right now I can't run because I am so busy with my work. Hope to run again!
ReplyDeleteI'm totally doing all of these things. I think that might encourage me to run too. lol
ReplyDeleteI really don't like running. I haven't been able to force myself to do it.
ReplyDeleteThere has never been a time when I liked running. Ever. My daughter has run a half marathon and I just look at her like she's an evil monster.
ReplyDeleteI hate running and I love desserts, too... lol... but I really need to do something more about my workout!
ReplyDeleteHaha! This post make laugh and totally relate to it. As I grow older I really do get fatter and fatter. Although, I don't want to exercise. Still, need to.
ReplyDeleteit enough for my to do the stairmaster so running may never be in the cards for me again. That said your post gives me inspiration to try to give it a go this weekend.
ReplyDeleteI have a sweet tooth, but I don't run. I just walk. I think it's okay to walk too, right? :) Just not into running. Well, maybe someday. - Lynndee
ReplyDeleteI do not really like running too. We do not have nice roads here and I'm lazy. These are some great tips!
ReplyDeleteEven though you don't like it, it seems like your tips are working. I liked running at my own pace, but then I was in a car accident and messed up my knee and neck. I gave up because it was just too painful. Now I just accept that I'm fat and eat dessert anyhow.
ReplyDeleteA good play list is everything! Nothing hypes me up to workout like a good song!!
ReplyDeleteI hate to exercise but age is catching up so I have to every day. Running is boring and painful but my husband loves it in any weather.
ReplyDeleteI am not a fan of running, but I never have been. I like walking well enough and sports activities, though, like pickleball. But not running. no.
ReplyDeleteI used to hate running - I'd do on the treadmill at the gym but that was about it. However, I wish I had run more now I can't - I sometimes wonder what it feels like to just run along a street and feel the wind in your hair.
ReplyDeleteThis really made me lol, I like running but I can never force myself to do it, I'll try like this
ReplyDeleteI know running is a hard thing but I still love it. I always run to have a healthy body and of course to enjoy eating.
ReplyDeleteI don't know anyone who hates running more than I do. I carry a gun so I'll never have to run, in fact. The best I can do is the elliptical machine at the gym.
ReplyDeleteThese are such great tips for individuals who are having hard time convincing themselves to take that run! Thanks for sharing! And you are really doing awesome!
ReplyDeleteI don't like it either, but I know I need to start!
ReplyDeleteI'm not big on running, but I like jogging and walking. I do this at least five times a week. I always have to pretty much force myself as well. I know if I stop for even a day I'll most likely quit doing it. That's happened way to often.
ReplyDeleteI love running but at the very beginning it was a nightmare, now it's one of the best things in my life after yoga x
ReplyDeleteI never enjoyed running when I was younger. But now that I am getting older, I wish that I was able to be more active without extreme pain. My dr told me that I won't ever be able to run again, thanks to a bum hip. However, after I have surgery, I'll have to put in the effort and ride the bike for 30 minutes 5 times a week along with strength training.
ReplyDeleteI love running under the right conditions. It has to be outdoors and the sun must be out.
ReplyDeleteThat was great - happy running! :)
ReplyDeleteThis is such a good read, many can relate to hating running but small steps can go along way. Those donuts! :)
ReplyDeleteI feel the same about running! But a good playlist helps a little bit! :)
ReplyDeleteI love running but can't do too long. I must take a break every 10 minutes or so, then run again till I hit an hour :)
ReplyDeleteOh I hate running! These tips will surely help me when I decide to try it
ReplyDeleteLol. I actually love running g but it didn’t start that way. For me, it’s a great opportunity to have some time to myself and enjoy being outside. Also, the grumpy cat sticker is 💯
ReplyDeleteI need some motivation because I really do not like running at all, but I know I should start running soon again
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