2 miles around google

I started running again.

It's been a bit over two weeks since I had an unfortunate injury to my right leg, so I'm taking it slow. But in the two weeks I haven't run, I've gained several pounds (and in fact, I've gained some weight since starting at Google). There's so much work to do that I haven't had much time to go out and run even before my injury, but that is going to change.

I don't think I can say it much better than my friend Kenny:

"Whenever I settle into a new place, I always get out of shape simply because it's easy not to stay in shape. Let's face it, it's easy to eat, study, bum around, and sleep.

On the other hand, I have never heard anyone say running is easy, and if someone does, then they aren't running fast enough. Running is as pure as sports get. There are no excuses in running, your only opponent is yourself. One's will to continue can often be much stronger than one's own physical state. That's how you increase endurance and speed, testing your own limits. Unlike other sports, where equipment and facilities are necessary, there are few reasons why one can't run. I've always thought that if you can walk properly without pain, then you can probably run.

I think running is a sport that takes time to appreciate. You really can't just go out and run for a few days, think it's boring, and quit. There is a certain amount of dedication required before any results are apparent. I've only been running a few times during the 5 weeks that I've been here, but I've decided that I need to get back into shape. It's pretty sad when a few of my pants (or as the English would say: trousers) start fitting fairly tight, when they used to fit loosely. I ran for about 30 minutes today along the Cam, and there's nothing like the sense of victory when the run is finished and the body begins the recover. If you've been running for a few years, then you might know what it feels like to get your 2nd wind during a run. It's almost like an injection of adrenaline, you can feel your body tingle and you suddenly feel stronger. The "runner's high" is commonly associated with the secretion of endorphins, a natural pain-suppressant that results in a euphoric feeling." (6/20/2001)

No more being lazy for me.

Run Log
Today's mileage: 2 mi.
Total milage since 6/2/2003: 2 mi.
Course: 2 x Google Loop