Tomorrow I’m releasing my first e-book, 10 Hacks to Get You Out the Door and Running. In it, I have 10 little tricks to get you out the door, but more importantly it shares how to use those tricks to create the habit of running in your life.
I think habits are incredibly powerful. Just like the habit of a stream passing through creates a canyon, our thought and feeling habits create our character. Our physical habits create our bodies and fitness. The habits I have formed over the last few years have formed a more functional and less depressed person. From that I have learned that if you can change your habits, you can change your life.
In theme with the new e-book, I wanted to share some of my best and worst habits.
My Best and Worst Habits
(At least the ones I’m willing to share). I asked TH if he wanted to contribute to this list. Unsurprisingly, he declined.
The good ones
In Running…
- I have short and long-term goals with plans to get there.
- I have decided that running isn’t debatable. I just go out there and do it.
- I ice joints and muscles when needed.
- I fuel properly with good nutrition.
In my life…
- I write lists, to-do lists, schedules, and just general reminders.
- I exercise my body and mind often.
- I avoid fast food and sugary foods.
- I measure different aspects of my life and take action if needed.
The bad ones
In running…
- I often make goals that are not hard enough. If I’m always attaining my goals, it means I’m not truly seeking my limits.
- I ignore little tweaks of pain, which is sometimes OK and sometimes not.
- I do not work on my running-form often.
- I over-do it with multiple workouts, like yoga or pole dancing.
In my life…
- I check Facebook or other phone apps when I am avoiding a decision.
- I react with negativity and dread when my phone rings or sends me a notification.
- I view things through thoughts of obligation rather than want.
- I think I’m being productive when I am only monitoring something (ie, checking blog stats vs writing a blog post).
New habits I’m trying to form
- Sleep and wake-up routines
- Running form drills 4 times a week
- Demanding alone time and downtime before I need it
- Stricter budgeting, knowing where every dollar goes
Come back tomorrow for the release of my new ebook. I wrote it to help you create a running habit for a happier and healthier you.
Muchos Gracias for your blog article.Really looking forward to read more. Cool.