You are a runner
One of the great things about my job as a Run Coach for the running store here in El Paso is I get to work with new runners or runners who are working their way back to fitness after taking some time off. Often times the first workout back is the hardest. In your mind you are a sleek, athletic animal able to lope up hills easily and at a 5 minute mile pace but often times the muscles and cardio system are just not on the same page. And that is totally okay. Running is hard and takes practice and for many people, including myself, does not come easily. It is something that must be practiced and worked at to see change and improvement in yourself. Do not make it harder by putting down your effort. One of the things that I would love runners of all levels and ability to stop doing is trivializing their achievements and ability by saying things like: - I am not really a runner I have only been doing it for a few weeks. -I am not really a runner I have only ever run 5ks. -I am no...