Three things I learned from following a Routine

March 6, 2024

Three things I learned from following a Routine

You know, sometimes I see so many people living life so robotically – don’t get me wrong, I am all about routine and establishing a cadence for how I live. I am talking more about consciously being present while still maintaining a routine. Today, I want to discuss the connection between running and being present. Most of my blog posts are about my love for running, and I have always said that running aligns with life in so many ways. I’m not just talking about the obvious ways of approaching life – one step after another. I’m talking about a drive for wanting to be conscious and having my own beliefs and views in life. Running has helped me stay connected to my voice. Here are three ways I have learned to be present through running:

1 – I quickly realized that I am not robotic. When I express my core values and beliefs, people respond to me in various ways. It’s surprising that many people are not aware of their core values. Have you ever taken the time to sit down with yourself and identify what truly matters to you? Every time I go for a run, I feel like I am getting closer to my core values and aligning myself with a life that feels true to me. This is because I take the opportunity to reflect on my thoughts and feelings during my runs. Running provides me with a chance to focus on myself without any distractions or interference.

2 – Running for long distances requires a different mindset than just running. It can be seen as a way of journaling without actually putting pen to paper. It’s remarkable how spending an hour or two alone in nature can help you gain a better understanding of yourself. How is this possible? As we all know, the mind is consistently talking – and the best way to stop the unnecessary chatter is to listen to it. You have to listen and not respond. Usually, once the mind is done talking its talk – I’ll then ponder upon essential questions and reflect on them. Like what do I want today to look like, etc?

3- When we run, everything around us is in motion, including ourselves, but we do not have a permanent association with anything we pass by. Similarly, everything constantly changes, so why do we identify with impermanent things?

Being present and connected to yourself should be a goal that everyone sets. Not because it’s a great goal, but because how can you select any other goals in life if you listen to yourself and reflect?

Sincerely,

Manisha

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This quote by Steve Jobs truly defines me. Life is beautiful, and if you are passionate about something…pursue it. My passion is to help and empower women around the world. Through this blog I hope to inspire everyone to run after their passion, because this is what life is about. There is inspiration everywhere I look. One day while I was in India I saw this young girl holding her brother in her arms going to every car asking for money. After this she went back to the sidewalk, and as I passed by her I saw innocence and helplessness in her eyes. It was as if she was asking me to help her get a better life. There is a lot we can do to create a change in this world, and I have committed myself to doing exactly that. Everyday is truly a new opportunity to learn something you never knew before, so let’s go on this journey together.

About Me

Hello, and welcome to my blog! Initially, I started this blog to write and express my thoughts. Little did I know that as I progressed on my 8+ year fitness journey, sharing the knowledge I have gained would become more important than ever. As a gym enthusiast, marathon runner, spartan race competitor, and yogi, I am fascinated by the positive impact that fitness can have on our lives.

When I first started my fitness journey, it was incredibly challenging. There was a lack of resources or too many available resources to help me get started. I found myself feeling lost and overwhelmed. I didn’t know where to turn for guidance or support, and I struggled to find the motivation to keep going despite the obstacles that I faced. But even though it was tough at first, I knew I had to stick with it to achieve my goals. And over time, I began to discover more and more resources that helped me on my journey. From online forums to fitness apps and workout videos, I started to put together a plan that worked for me. And while it wasn’t always easy, I knew the journey was worth it. Today, I’m proud of how far I’ve come, and I know that I couldn’t have done it without the help and support of all the resources I discovered along the way.

Through this blog, my goal is to provide helpful tips, advice, and insights to help you on your journey toward a healthier, happier life. Thank you for joining me on this journey!

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