If you are here to watch the video for the 22 Day Pushup Challenge for raising awareness for Veterans and suicide it is at the bottom of the blog.
As I am typing this blog I am in Wahpeton, ND and currently sitting in the Fryin Pan at my usual table listening to the locals talk about anything and everything which can be very interesting to say the least. Traveling a lot for work lately so thought this post would be good as I took part in the Fargo Marathon 10k again which was very rewarding in different ways. This past year has taught me a lot about myself and through running I have discovered so much more. Music has always been a strong outlet for me and pairing that with running is definitely my therapy so come along for my 10k run as my thoughts may not be what you expect.
Mile 1
The question you may be asking is, why would you start with this song as it is slow and doesn’t have a running beat? I started the race with this song because Zach Sobiech was just an amazing individual and did so much with his short time on earth that starting the race with Clouds seemed fitting. I was very grateful and in that moment I felt this calmness come over me. Living more like Zach is something I strive for on a daily basis as I would love to have an impact on others as he did.
I run for him and others that are no longer with us……..
I play this song almost everyday in my car on the way to work and in fact Jocey pretty much knows all the words!:) I chose to put this second on my playlist as it empowers me to keep going and to know that there is still possibilities.
“You gotta feel courage, embrace possession, If it was easier to shatter everything that ever mattered, but it’s not, because it’s your obsession, be a fighter, backbone, desire, complicated and it stings, and it’s time to get real and inspired.”
There is days where I feel I don’t have the energy to keep going and that constant thought of “why” so listening to music that is positive helps me to redirect that thought process.
I run for my sanity………….
Edge of A Revolution- Nickelback-Click Here
This song has a very strong meaning to me and I always thing about the crazy world we live in when I listen to it. There is so much hate in the world towards different people who don’t fit the normal mold. The stories in the media talk everyday about how it isn’t right to look a certain way or believe in something different or be at fault for who we fall in love with and for this maybe we need to start a revolution. I think deciding each day to be a decent human being who loves everyone for who they really are with all the scrapes and bruises is something we all could try and do.
“What do we want? We want change, and how’re we gonna get there? Revolution”
I run for those who don’t have a voice……….
Mile 2:
Every time I hear this song I just want to scream it at the top of my lungs and wish everyone could hear it even though it probably wouldn’t sound that great, haha. I feel like I have been fighting for a long time to feel normal, not really knowing what that was, and to be able to live in the moment. Of course, this is still a daily struggle but it feels like grey sky is starting to open a little.
“Take back my life song, Prove I’m alright song, My power’s turned on, Starting right now I’ll be strong”
I run for those who are fighting battles we don’t even know about……….
This just makes me “Happy”!:)
Mile 3:
Mile 4:
One Thing-Finger Eleven-Click Here
Yes another slow song in the mix as it helps me to realize what is happening around me. I can hear myself breathe and sometimes I can think clearer when there isn’t crazy loud music in my ears. I knew at Mile 4 I would start to probably feel more tired and I wanted to take that in along with the people that were standing around cheering people on.
I run for the kids that are there to give you a high-five……..
Mile 5:
What am I waiting for? That is a question I ask myself every time it comes to trying something new or having a new experience as that is what life is about, right? Of course I hesitate sometimes knowing I have a daughter who needs her mom around but I also want her to know that a person can enjoy their life too. Thinking outside the box is not an easy concept for me but I will be trying harder to do things I wouldn’t do normally to enjoy life more.
I run for the experience and to see how far I can push my body…….
Mile 6:
I remember the first time I heard this song as it was a cycling class that my boss was teaching and I mean this class was tough. He always knew how to push you to want to be better. I have had this song on every run playlist since that day as it really talks about being stronger
I run to be strong not only for myself but for all those that are around me…..
Finished….The race was really rough this year for me as I didn’t finish in the time I wanted and I felt like getting sick the last two miles because of the heat but I finished. There are so many things that feel we can’t do or wouldn’t be good at and for that I challenge you to start doing those things anyways as we only have this moment to feel alive. Be YOU and INSPIRE those around you!!!!
Bonus Track: Enjoy!
Day 4 of the 22 Day Push-up Challenge to help raise awareness for Veterans and suicide as 22 Veterans commit suicide everyday. Never feel alone as I’m always here!
Here are also some links that can help you out if you are having those suicidal thoughts or if you know someone going through a rough time.
Until Next Time……………….
Traveling With Jo 