In addition to the more tangible elements of running, we’ll often think through our motivation for the new year. In fact, I’ll frequently consider what motivates me to run at all, in any year. For each of us it’s likely a combination of reasons that are just a little bit different from someone else. Runner’s World asked 3,535 readers “What Motivates You?” Their responses were:
- Training for a race 30%
- Staying healthy 27%
- Controlling weight 17%
- Relieving stress 15%
- Getting outside 5%
- Being alone 4%
- Running with friends 2%
Personally, I find motivation in most of these. If I had to narrow it down to a top few it would be training for a race and controlling weight. Ultimately those two get me out the door when I really don’t want to go. Of course, the accountability that has been created by way of writing this blog and working with a Run For God group, is right at the top of my list of strong motivators.
Here’s to finding your motivation and having a great plan to hit 2012 in stride!
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