Social media... Myspace- so 2004, Facebook- good for online stalking, and I never thought I'd say this but I gave in and am trying twitter! However don't let me fool anyone, I have no clue how to even upload a profile picture! Ha! But it is crazy how many people you can "follow" on there. And suprisingly it's really useful. I can follow anyone from BeachBody and Runners World Magazine to my daily dose of celebrity smut. All the while getting great advice and articles! I follow some runners on there as well. One in particular who just ran the marine Corp marathon after a serious back injury... She also started a blog about her training and I have to admit it helped inspire me! Did I decide to do this after some crazy freak accident? Am I doing this in conclusion with some insane physical overcoming? No. But, I am doing this for my own overall health, physically and mentally. I believe running is not only a great way to keep your body in shape, but also it keeps you mentally sane. Well, for me at least it does. When I am out there running I am focused on ME. Not Hank, or the hubby. It is time for me to make mental notes and lists for stuff I need. Sure I think about what I need to do next to get my house ready to sell. But I am also thinking about how much stronger my legs are getting and how much better I feel. I hash out the days events and plan on what I can do the next day with the children three that will be fun. I just feel GOOD running. I think about all the people who arent outside and how they aren't making a difference in their health. This is definately something that I am going to do that I can take away and be able to say, "I did this. I did this for ME. I did this to make ME better."
However, do I still think it's extremly strange that the most random people on earth can essentially cyber stalk me, yes. Do I still feel weird typing certain things on Facebook because god only knows who can see it, you bet. But I'm going to slowly enter 2011 (better late than never) and try to use the craziness of social media people have been using for a few years, to my benefit. The more tips and ideas and articles I can get that will help me, hopefully the better off I will be at the starting line. :)
"I've learned that finishing a marathon isn't just an athletic achievement. It's a state of mind; a state of mind that says anything is possible." John Hanc
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