https://boards.hellobee.com/ Pregnancy, Baby and Parenting blog, by Hellobee en Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:46:15 +0000 https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/is-running-enjoyabletherapeutic-for-you#post-2157743 Mon, 27 Apr 2015 00:29:38 +0000 Mrs. High Heels 2157743@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Yes! When I'm upset the first thing I want to do is put on my headphones, lace up my shoes, and go for a nice steady outdoor run. I like it to be 3+ miles. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/is-running-enjoyabletherapeutic-for-you#post-2157719 Sun, 26 Apr 2015 23:05:48 +0000 ChiCalGoBee 2157719@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@changingtides: 100%. When I first started running about 12 years ago I would only run on the treadmill and zone out to a TV show and just wait for it to be over. But now I live in a year-round nice climate and run outside and it's. the. BEST. Almost each run I get to the point where I forget I'm running because I am so focused on whatever is going through my head. I typically run 4-5 miles. Not sure if distance makes a difference, but I definitely am not zoned out until after that first mile. Of course there are some days when putting one foot in front of the other is SO tough, but most days it's my release and I need it for my mental sanity:-D. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/is-running-enjoyabletherapeutic-for-you#post-2157692 Sun, 26 Apr 2015 22:18:13 +0000 Mrs. Blue 2157692@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I'm not sure if "enjoy" is the right word for how I feel, but I do get to a point where I really want to go for a run and feel great afterwards even if I hate it while I'm doing it, if that makes sense. I despise short runs. For me, I absolutely loathed running until I randomly decided to do a half-marathon and started running longer distances. I got a huge boost/high when I would go on a longer run--like 6+ miles--because it felt good to be doing something that the average person didn't do. So, yeah, I love and hate it. :)</p> <p>ETA: I always listen to audiobooks or podcasts during runs because I have to have something to really get into and distract myself. It helps me love the run so, so much more. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/is-running-enjoyabletherapeutic-for-you#post-2157688 Sun, 26 Apr 2015 22:12:55 +0000 avivoca 2157688@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I like running, but only if I'm outside. I hate the treadmill and I hate running laps. I like to be going somewhere. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/is-running-enjoyabletherapeutic-for-you#post-2157658 Sun, 26 Apr 2015 21:01:44 +0000 ms.line 2157658@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I run half marathons and running still feels awful 90% of the time! My husband is my running buddy and he keeps me going more than anything else. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/is-running-enjoyabletherapeutic-for-you#post-2157578 Sun, 26 Apr 2015 19:32:35 +0000 mamimami 2157578@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I do find it enjoyable sometimes (not every time!) The right music helps, and I let my mind wander and that is a luxury I don't usually have. And of course, afterwards I feel great! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/is-running-enjoyabletherapeutic-for-you#post-2157568 Sun, 26 Apr 2015 19:21:15 +0000 MrsB2012 2157568@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I'm trying to get into it. I've been running with a friend just like once a week for the last 5 weeks? I did a 10km run today for this big community event. It did feel good to accomplish that. It was my goal to just complete this race, but I hope I can keep up the motivation to keep running each week. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/is-running-enjoyabletherapeutic-for-you#post-2157557 Sun, 26 Apr 2015 19:10:01 +0000 mamabolt 2157557@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I'm the weirdo I guess, I love it! It's my stress relief! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/is-running-enjoyabletherapeutic-for-you#post-2157413 Sun, 26 Apr 2015 16:10:36 +0000 Eminthevalley 2157413@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Nope! I have tried several times to become a runner...couch 25k etc...always gave up after a few weeks or months. I've concluded that I love walking and am willing to just walk longer to get the equivalent workout to running! Gotta find what works for you. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/is-running-enjoyabletherapeutic-for-you#post-2157410 Sun, 26 Apr 2015 16:09:09 +0000 namaste 2157410@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@AmeliaBedilia: Same! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/is-running-enjoyabletherapeutic-for-you#post-2157403 Sun, 26 Apr 2015 15:56:32 +0000 AmeliaBedilia 2157403@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>During the run- not so enjoyable, but the feeling afterward is. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/is-running-enjoyabletherapeutic-for-you#post-2157391 Sun, 26 Apr 2015 15:29:27 +0000 Synchronicity 2157391@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Hate! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/is-running-enjoyabletherapeutic-for-you#post-2157361 Sun, 26 Apr 2015 14:53:32 +0000 farawayyama 2157361@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Yes, but it didn't become that way until I was 27. Prior to that I hated it and couldn't fathom how anyone would like it. A friend went from hating to loving by doing couch to 5k so I decided to give it a try, within 3 weeks I was hooked. I'm starting again and find it just as therapeutic.</p> <p>I find my body doesn't always love it though. I have knee and arch issues and stop at the first twinge. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/is-running-enjoyabletherapeutic-for-you#post-2157338 Sun, 26 Apr 2015 14:16:10 +0000 Ocean girl 2157338@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>If I'm in running shape, yes, absolutely. </p> <p>While getting in shape, oh hells no! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/is-running-enjoyabletherapeutic-for-you#post-2157293 Sun, 26 Apr 2015 12:36:00 +0000 Mrs. Lemon-Lime 2157293@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Nope, I whish it was though. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/is-running-enjoyabletherapeutic-for-you#post-2157288 Sun, 26 Apr 2015 12:26:04 +0000 Peasinapod 2157288@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Unless I get a cramp it's normally very relaxing for me. But it can be difficult to get myself out there. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/is-running-enjoyabletherapeutic-for-you#post-2157284 Sun, 26 Apr 2015 12:22:34 +0000 Mrs Hedgehog 2157284@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>No. Just... No. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/is-running-enjoyabletherapeutic-for-you#post-2157271 Sun, 26 Apr 2015 12:10:32 +0000 BrandNewMom 2157271@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>The first mile is ALWAYS horrible. Sometimes the first 3! But everything between 3 and 18 is good. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/is-running-enjoyabletherapeutic-for-you#post-2157261 Sun, 26 Apr 2015 11:57:01 +0000 changingtides 2157261@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I don't really enjoy it either! I wish I did. Thinking about trying to get into it though. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/is-running-enjoyabletherapeutic-for-you#post-2157244 Sun, 26 Apr 2015 11:24:02 +0000 BSB 2157244@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Nope. I was a sprinter in HS so if I was racing someone it might be enjoyable. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/is-running-enjoyabletherapeutic-for-you#post-2157239 Sun, 26 Apr 2015 10:52:45 +0000 Rainbow Sprinkles 2157239@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Hell no. I HATE it. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/is-running-enjoyabletherapeutic-for-you#post-2157224 Sun, 26 Apr 2015 10:33:02 +0000 Corduroy 2157224@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>No. I've always wanted to like it but I never have. I ran cross country in high school, ran of my own free will in college and post college. I even ran (OK, completed) a marathon. I never found any joy in it. I returned to it so many times because I'm not social and I'm pretty uncoordinated. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/is-running-enjoyabletherapeutic-for-you#post-2157206 Sun, 26 Apr 2015 09:49:54 +0000 LAZB 2157206@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Hate it haha </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/is-running-enjoyabletherapeutic-for-you#post-2157203 Sun, 26 Apr 2015 09:42:28 +0000 NavyRN2012 2157203@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Ew, no. I seriously look like I'm dying when I run. It's embarassing! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/is-running-enjoyabletherapeutic-for-you#post-2157201 Sun, 26 Apr 2015 09:37:06 +0000 erinpye 2157201@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>No. I hate it. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/is-running-enjoyabletherapeutic-for-you#post-2157199 Sun, 26 Apr 2015 09:36:15 +0000 yoursilverlining 2157199@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>No, I wish! I find it excruciatingly boring, no matter the distance or scenery. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/is-running-enjoyabletherapeutic-for-you#post-2157189 Sun, 26 Apr 2015 09:32:11 +0000 Mae 2157189@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Nope. Hate it. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/is-running-enjoyabletherapeutic-for-you#post-2157161 Sun, 26 Apr 2015 08:49:03 +0000 blackbird 2157161@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Not really. I don't love it but I'll do sprints soemtimes. It is therapeutic in a way....but running isn't my favorite </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/is-running-enjoyabletherapeutic-for-you#post-2157153 Sun, 26 Apr 2015 08:34:09 +0000 changingtides 2157153@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Do you find running to be therapeutic? If so, do you find you have to run a certain distance for it to be enjoyable? </p>