The sun is shining and I am running

And if your strife strikes at your sleep
Remember spring swaps snow for leaves
You'll be happy and wholesome again
When the city clears and sun ascends

-- "Winter Winds" Mumford & Sons

I looked up the weather last night and it said high of 53 for today. And I made this plan:


Run to the gym.
Do some arms and abs.
Run home from the gym.


Yes, that just happened. I ran the 1.25 miles to the gym, almost nonstop. . . My sister saw me running and pulled over at the gas station a block up to say hi to me. She saw me running down the street and honked and waved. I thought it was her but her license plate was different, I guess she got a new one! The (cute) guy at the front desk asked me if I ran there and I breathlessly said with a smile on my face, "oh yes." He seemed impressed. 


I love running outside. Sure, it's harder because you have that wind resistance, the uneven terrain, and you don't have the treadmill belt pulling your foot behind you as you step. But it is also way more fun. There's more to look at, your mind stays active navigating around rough terrain, and you can run anywhere so you never get sick of your route. I'm so happy spring is on its way; I've been really struggling with feeling cooped up and getting sick of the treadmill. I woke up today literally vibrating from excitement over running outside for the first time since November. I could not wait to get out there.


Tomorrow my plan is to run around Lake Calhoun, 3.1 miles and I am so excited. I love spring and I love running.