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Once I had a good friend comment on her husband's theory about the "instant pudding" nature of our society. Everyone wants everything, when they want it, without having to wait or work. This statement really struck a cord with me, and I too am often guilty of this.
I really want a Garmin Forerunner 305. It is super handy for tracking running distances and times and has a GPS as well as a heart rate monitor! My mind has decided that I can't run unless I have this . . . . which is absolutely absurd, because me stepping outside and moving my feet has nothing to do with this nifty device. It has to do with motivation and determination. It is interesting to notice how many times in the past I have decided that the latest and greatest fitness craze or device would be the key unlocking the door to fitness and health for me.
I really want the watch . . . . but I feel like I need to earn it. I am not good at holding myself accountable to goals in that sense. I tell myself, "Self, you work hard, you can afford it, you should just buy it now." And all of those things are true, but I think the process of working toward a goal is something I would like to be better at. It just seems like something a reasonable person should be able to do.
So, what shall I do to earn this watch I think is so cool?
I'm fairly sure that the delayed gratification of working to complete a marathon a mere 31 weeks from now disqualifies you from the instant pudding club. It shouldn't be necessary to create "sub torture" milestones all along the way. If you want it, get it, especially if it helps you enjoy the training more.
ReplyDeleteIf you really must have a Runners Rewards Program, maybe you should buy this bad boy to commemorate the start of the official training program.