Hello folks!
So today was a short run for me (can I just say I didn't think I would ever consider 3 miles a short run!) and it was icy today- we got snow is Chicagoland yesterday which was nice but made running this morning a little difficult. I love running outside but when the snow hits I have to become more careful because I am super afraid of messing up my knees- basketball and dancing has taken a bit of a toll on them but I want to keep running, dancing, and just generally being active. I know I need to strengthen my knees so I have started doing squats and Warrior III pose in yoga- it's helping!
Anyways- since this was my first run of the winter season I thought I would give you a run down of what I wore so you might have an idea of what to wear. I personally don't like my legs to be too warm (old habit from high school basketball...I always left my shorts on but always piled on my coat and sweater...to the the dislike of my coach. He was always afraid of us getting sick...we didn't but I understand why he was concerned). Today I wore cuddle duds (which are a cheaper version of Under Armor...not as thick but when you're budgeting they work)and running shorts. For the top I wore the undershirt that matched my leggings, a running T-shirt, and an old hoodie. Add a running ear-warmers and gloves and that was it. It was 32 degrees out and I felt fine. I might research and see if there are different running for winter- I know there are different shoes for short runs so you can build up strength in your feet so there might be shoes that are better for icy running conditions- if I find them I'll let you know! And if you find them- let me know!
Finally- since this is the week of Thanksgiving I want to say a huge thank you to anyone and everyone reading this. This makes my dream and idea a little more real. To my family who have been supportive of my dreams of acting and my harebrained idea of running races- I couldn't do it without you all. To my friends here in Chicagoland and elsewhere-thanks for being there for me through tears, laughter, bad days at work, and being willing to vent to me and let me vent when needed :) To my boyfriend- thanks for helping make Chicagoland home and for just generally being there (sorry you don't get a longer shout out-don't want to make people throw up ;)) To my professors, my bosses, my directors, coaches- you all helped shape me into the performer and person I am and there is no better word than thanks although I wish I could. To anyone I missed- I am thankful for all of you so just know I send you positive thoughts when I can.
Okay- long post over! Everyone please get home safe, if you're not going home please get to where you're going safe. And if you're not celebrating- do something fun! And to all the people working Black Friday...bless you and please keep your sanity!
Until next time- keeping running strong
Actress on the Run
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