I need motivation to run!?

Question

I'm a new runner who's been training for a half marathon since Spring but ever since Summer came around, and it's been really hot and sunny, I've totally lost all of my motivation. I'm not enjoying training in such hot, muggy temps. I'm now fairly certain that I won't be ready for my race in the Fall.

Any motivation tips for me? Other than to get off my butt and get moving?

Answer 1

i find motivation to run when i see other people run. watch the olympics track and field meet and marathon.

Answer 2

Get some running buddies!  I couldn't run without them.

Plan a good long path to run that ends at a swimming pool or beach, so then you could just jump in and relax.

Answer 3

try running early in the morining

its cooler and quieter and also listen to ur ipod while running it helps me

Answer 4

yes dont stop keep on trucking because at the end of the tunnel is brad pitt waiting for you  

Answer 5

get someone to run the marathon with you

train together and itll feel good because you can talk and stuff and not focus on hot hott it is and a little friendly competition can help you alot!

good luck!

Answer 6

I'm also training for a half this fall, but my issue is I am too motivated and its causing injuries (shin splints, stress fracture).  Really you have to find something within yourself to motivate you, personally music is a big motivator for me as well as recalling situations in my head when someone told me I couldnt do something.

In the last 4-5 months I have lost 35lbs and as long as my shins heal properly I am confident I will meet my goal. Here are a few other tips:

-Try to beat your last time

-Run with a friend

-music from the top gun or rocky soundtrack

-run for a cause, i.e. cancer, needy children, remember you are lucky to be able to run.

-run because you feel great when you are done.

Here are a few good websites:

www.halhigdons.com

www.mapmyrun.com

Good Luck!

Answer 7

Try listening to music, it really helps!

Answer 8

have someone let a mean dog free then you run away for your life.