You probably know the drill by now: It’s the last Friday of the month which means it’s time for February Runfessions. It’s the perfect chance to get all those running confessions off your chest!
So what’s been going on lately that I want to runfess? I had to think pretty hard on this one because I feel like it was just yesterday I was sharing my January Runessions. But here we go…
1. Winter Weather
Usually by this time of year I am desperate for spring. I have been known to count down the days until March because in my head that’s when spring starts and it should get warmer. I runfess that this year I have been ok with winter. Maybe it’s because of the treadmill. Maybe because the winter hasn’t been too bad overall. Don’t get me wrong, I’ll be happy when spring is here. It’s just weird that I am content with winter right now.
2. Running in Snow
I don’t feel like I got in any good snow runs this season. There was one time I ran in the snow but it was so cold out that it was not very enjoyable. As I was driving back from NY last weekend I was thinking it would be a perfect day to run in the snow because it was almost 40 degrees. Of course I got home and had no desire to run, but it got me thinking that sometimes running in the snow can be nice.
3. Running Shoe Addiction
As I shared a few weeks ago, I have PLENTY of running shoes. So why do I find myself looking around on Running Warehouse thinking about getting more shoes? Luckily I haven’t ordered anything yet. I don’ even know where I would keep any more shoes.
4. Commitment Issues
I mentioned earlier this week that I’m starting to prepare for a spring 5k. I’m not sure why, but I have had so many commitment issues with spring races. I’ll get all excited to start training and then the next day have no desire to do anything but run easy. I haven’t even been able to register for the race because I keep questioning if I even want to do it. I mean, I’m not going to force myself to do a race if I don’t feel like it but it’s just a 5k so really shouldn’t be this big of a deal.
5. Outdoor Running
I’ve had a new appreciation for outdoor running since getting my treadmill this winter. When you only run outside when the weather is decent, it becomes a whole lot more enjoyable. I know part of running is dealing with whatever conditions are thrown at us, but this is a nice change for sure. It makes me really look forward to my runs outside, especially when I get to run in the daylight.
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What do you have to runfess this month?
Anyone else have a running shoe addiction?
Has it been hard for your to commit to races this winter?
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I always look so forward to march 1 because it makes me feel like we are so much closer to the warmer weather! I’m praying that march doesn’t throw us any snow storms. it’s been fairly quiet weather wise since early January.
I feel like March is going to be annoying this year. Hopefully we wont have significant snow but I have a feeling there will be cold days and some wintery weather.
I have the same shoe addiction happening. I have a fairly new pair of shoes I got just before Christmas, and they are awesome. SO…I’m ever so tempted to get another pair to have in my rotation so I won’t be in a panic when these current ones wear out. The problem? I already have several pairs (5 or 6?) that aren’t suitable for long runs, but I keep forgetting to wear them for my shorter runs because I love these newer ones so much. I know…first world probs, right? 😉
I stick tin the same 2 pairs of shoes for all my runs and now all my other ones are so old that I probably shouldn’t run in them anyway, even though they only have a few miles on them. It can be so easy to justify reasons to buy new shoes!
I”m definitely having commitment issues with regards to races this year. I’d like to do all the races but I don’t want to push it too hard and risk injury. Plus there’s the destination race vs running at home…
I’m glad winter is almost over too!
I am still so paranoid about races! I need to figure out a way to commit to something but still not put too much pressure on myself leading up to the race.
Yes! So many shoes. It get worried I am not going to like the new models, so I buy as many as I can – especially when they go on sale! Running Warehouse is the best.
I used to do the same thing! Lately I haven’t found any shoes that I really love so I haven’t done that in awhile.
Same as you, we had a really cold December and beginning of January but the last 6 weeks or so have pretty mild. I am loving running outdoors right now and I am kind of dreading the humidity of summer
I hope we can enjoy some nice spring weather for at least a few weeks before the summer humidity arrives!
OMG I can relate to all these! I wanted to do a snowy run this year but just didn’t. I have way too many shoes, and March is Spring in my mind!
I’m torn because a snowy run would be fun but I’m also ok with with no more snow this winter!
Um yeah, the more shoes, the merrier, imo. For the most part I’ve resisted signing up for much this spring…says the girls who’s heading to Gasparilla and has Carlsbad in one month. Whoops!
I hope you have a great time at your race! Sometimes you just need to hit that register button and make the commitment.
I was so excited to get in a snowy run while in Oregon! Winter hasn’t been that bad so far, so I am actually a bit bummed to see it go. Although spring usually does mean more sunshine which is nice!
I am definitely ready for more sunshine! I feel like the weekends have been so dreary and those are the only times I really run outside in the daylight anymore.
We have had a pretty mild winter overall! But I can’t wait for March. That’s a lot of shoes
Luckily March will be here very soon!
I often find myself browsing on Running Warehouse even though I don’t need anything, lol. I’m just a sucker for a good sale on running items 🙂
Same here! I’ve actually done pretty well lately because I know I don’t need anything. But once in awhile I find myself browsing and have to resist, especially when it comes to shoes.
I’ve been doing a ton of easy runs lately too! I can’t seem to commit to any sort of training plan yet :/
Have a great weekend!
It’s hard to make that commitment to sign up for a race, especially when it’s been awhile!
I try so hard not to run winter/early spring races because training in the winter is so not my favorite! haha! That said, I just registered for a race (the MCM series 17.75k) that is in a month and I have Cherry Blossom in early April so …. clearly I’m not trying that hard. But, this time around, I’m just so happy to be running and feeling good that I’m okay with it all! Next year might be a different story, though. 🙂
Why have I never checked out Running Warehouse? Hmmm…….
It can be really hard to train for spring races in the winter! I usually end up waiting until the weather starts to improve to train for anything. You definitely need to check out Running Warehouse!
I unleashed the beast when I started nesting. Now I just want more of everything….
Once I start buying stuff (especially for running) I find it harder to stop!
Running Warehouse doesn’t carry my shoes, and I only have two pairs right now. One is brand new, and I’ve only worn them on two runs. I want to use those for my long runs this training cycle.
I completely understand about wanting to run outside in good weather. It did occur to me to maybe run outside soon, but it was snowing yesterday when i got home, and it’s going to snow again tonight. Treadmill it is.
Thats too bad that they don’t carry your shoes! Hopefully the weather improves soon and you can get outside.
Oh yes I have a shoe problem too. I just got the Mizunos Wave Sky a couple of weeks ago, but was just on Running Warehouse last night, LOL!
It can be so tempting to buy ALL the shoes, even if we don’t really need them!
I have plenty of shoes but runfess that I checked Running Warehouse this morning and saw the new Launch 5 in the Boston/Lobster version and want to get them. I have 2 other pairs from last year but the new ones are so pretty!
I am over this weather. However, I shouldn’t complain too much because at least it isn’t freezing cold!
The fun colors really get me when it comes to shoes! It seems like whenever they go on the sale none of the nice colors are ever left.