17 Proven Motivations to Get You Running
Published October 2013: Livestrong
17 Proven Motivations to Get You Running
Article Excerpt:
Commit to a Race
Nothing can motivate a runner more than putting your money where your feet are. Whether it’s your first marathon, a trail race, an obstacle race or mud-covered 5K — just go for it, suggests Doug Piller, owner and lead trainer of CrossFit Go Time in San Diego. “You’ve paid money out of your pocket and you’ve announced to everyone what you’re doing,” says Piller. “This means that, whether or not you feel you have time to train, or whatever the weather conditions are like, race day is coming.” What’s next? Start running.
Read the Rest of the Story Here
– Shannon Philpott
No comments yet.
About Me
Three words to describe me? Passionate. Motivated. Curious. These traits help me as a college media adviser and professor, freelance writer, author and mom. From student journalism and higher education to parenting and freelance writing, this site, focused on writing, reflecting and teaching, offers a mix of blogs with a hint of humor, sarcasm, and inspiration, as well as my published stories on just about every possible topic.
Feel free to browse my sample works including feature news, magazine, and web copywriting pieces from the past and present. You can also pick up my new book “Screen-Free Fun: 400 Activities for the Whole Family” now available. Check back often for daily updates, blog entries, and additional stories. Feel free to contact me directly at shphilpott@gmail.com, follow me on Twitter, or grab tips for Screen-Free Fun on our Facebook page. Comments are welcome!
Leave a Reply