When you have to run solo, what do you always take with you? Is it a lucky pair of socks, running shorts, or do you wear something on your wrist to remind you why you run? Having a good running companion when going solo will make the miles fly by. We’ll cover a few good ideas.
A Good Running Companion
Running long distances solo can be grueling. Even running short distances can also be tiresome. It’s not always your legs or feet that make it tough to go on. It can be more mental than anything. Having something to take with you when you have to run solo can put you in a better state of mind to make it through that difficult mental state.
Here are a few ideas to consider:
- Wearable – a bracelet or ring can have special meaning and get you in the right mental state to make it through your run. Some ideas include a bracelet with your kids names, a memory of a lost family member, or a reminder of your goal you are trying to achieve.
- Song – a playlist could be a great motivation. Music can lift your spirits in the most of challenging times. An upbeat song can take you back to a great memory or remind you of a situation that you made it through a difficult challenge, like a past race. It’s there if you need it.
- Lucky shoes – the most important gear to bring with you when running are your shoes. Finding the right pair can make you look and feel good. Taking the right gear including shoes, shorts, or good socks can give you that lift to make it to the finish line.
Find What Works for You
These ideas won’t make files fly by, but they could. Taking something special with you can give you that mental break to you need to get out of a funk. Regardless what you do, remembering why you run in the beginning can be important for your mental state. Find your running companion and what works for you. Enjoy the companionship!