The Runner’s Dilemma, The Old Running Shoes….

“It’s six o’ clock in the morning, the alarm blast off; I hop out of bed ready to rock my day into action. I glance at my lucky shoes and smile. There really is nothing like a pair of loyal running shoes in one’s life, shoes that can always be counted on. So, I rinse my face, dress up in my jogging gear then I place the best shoes ever on my feet and it’s such a comfortable fit. I been running in these shoes every morning for over 18 months; they’re just so supernatural.

Before I head out, I chow down on my power bar and throw down my protein shake; now it’s time to run. Running is so amazing; it boost your endorphins and just makes you all around happy and far less stressed out all day and of course with loyal shoes like mine, it couldn’t be more perfect.

After about an hour, I arrive back at the house, take a shower and throw on my working’ man clothes. I go to work and the day flies. I felt grand when I went back inside my house, removed my shoes and proceeded to cook me up some fresh medium rare salmon and asparagus. I ate the delicious meal, mellowed out just relaxing then at around midnight, I told my lucky shoes goodnight, turned off the television, put my computer to sleep and turned some relaxing tunes on to sleep the night away.

Until next time and to every time, my shoes will always be there for me. I will say though, it is rather sad to see these amazing running shoes so worn down and I probably should get myself a new pair soon, but the attachment I have to this specific pair is just so great.“

How Can A Pair Of Shoes Affect Your Life So Much?

Starting an exercise routine isn’t easy especially when you haven’t exercised much before. Many people take up walking and then eventually start to run. When you run you experience a lot of ups and downs especially in the beginning but one thing is always with you and that’s your shoes.

“Your shoes are with you through the pain and through the success that you gain”

Most people run alone but your shoes are always with you and they are like a loyal friend. Your shoes hit the pavement with each step and your feet and legs protest with each stride you take. Your shoes are with you through the pain and through the success that you gain as you go from an unhealthy lifestyle to a healthy one. You should choose your shoes carefully and make sure they fit well as they will be with you each day as you run.

The Key To Motivation

Your worn running shoes can help to motivate you even as they sit in the corner. They are beat up just like you are. The corners are torn, the fabric is faded but they are ready each day to face that challenge. When you lack the motivation, look to your shoes as they are your constant companion and your loyal old running shoes, your loyal friends. Your shoes are going through this journey along with you. Put on your faithful shoes and get out the door even when you don’t want to do it just let your shoes guide you and motivate you to excel so you can reach your fitness milestones. Your shoes can remind you of how hard you need to work and they can be a motivational tool. When you get stiff and sore look at your shoes and the scuffs they are getting. Your shoes are taking a lot of abuse too but they stick by you each step you take.

As Your Fitness Improves

As your fitness improves you’ll probably want to go out and buy a new pair of shoes and you should as you want to be comfortable. It’s recommended that you keep your old running shoes around for just a while longer as a reminder of how far you have come and where you are now.

“keep your old running shoes around for just a while longer as a reminder of how far you have come and where you are now.”

Have a look at your body in the mirror and then look at your old running shoes. They were there with you through all that pain and suffering but you accomplished so much. Those shoes, your “loyal friends” never left you through each of those agonizing steps. They were there when you hit those fitness goals.

Keep A Picture

Once you’re ready to throw out those old running shoes take a picture of them and hang it in your workout area or on your fridge and put “loyal friends “under the image. This is a reminder for you as to where you are now and how far you have come. Those old beat up shoe represent you as you pushed yourself through all the pain and agony.

Your new shoes represent the new you but you’ll never forget your loyal friends as they were the shoes that go you to where you are today.