Everyone Hates Running

I've said it, you have said it, I have overheard other people say it. "I hate running." If everyone hates running then why do so many people do it? Everyone knows how beneficial running is but sometimes it is difficult to get motivated to do it. Here are a few tips to get you moving.
1. Run Intervals  
     Tackling a long run can be daunting. To make a run more interesting and to break it into smaller units, set out with a goal to walk, jog, and run. Use mailboxes, electric poles or another marker as identifiers to change your pace.
2. Invest in Apparel
    Buying a new running outfit or shoes can give you an extra push. There is an opportunity to review the investment and see how the outfit or shoes makes you perform. Also a compliment on you're purchase can boost your confidence and give you positive associations with running.
3. Go Somewhere Unfamiliar
     Running in an area you haven't been before allows you to focus more on your surroundings than on the fact that you are running. There are things you will notice that you wouldn't have just driving by in a car. Allowing running to be an adventure.
4. Register for a Race
     Sign up for a race that offers more than just running. There are many options such as color runs, adventure runs, scavenger hunts, and obstacle course races. This also allows you to get a team together to help motivate one another and you will be more likely to train so you don't let your teammates down.
5. Run in Disguise
     This does not mean wear a costume. Participate in activities than include running, some examples would be playing soccer or tag, where running is a part of the game, but not the sole focus.
6. Remember Your "Why"
     Why are you running? If you want to run, remember why you started. Do you want to improve your lifestyle? Become more competitive in a sport? Build a better body? Whatever you set out to do, kept your goal in sight.

Every time you put one foot in front of the other, you are one step closer to your goal. Remember that with any workout schedule it is important to get plenty of rest and adequate nutrition. I start my day with a workout and the healthiest meal of the day, Shakeology. I still don't love running, but I keep coming back for more.

Do you have your own running tips for adding a little more love to this love hate relationship? Let me know!