it's the thought of it!

If you're like me then sometimes "it's the thought of it" that puts you off - whatever "it" may be.  This morning "it" was leaving the sanctuary of my nice warm bed as, if my nose was anything to go by, the heating hadn't come on and it was cold.  The temptation was so great to just shut off the 6am alarm and turn over but I force my legs out of the bed and yes, the heating hadn't come on.
Did I fancy going out to minus something and run for an hour - no I didn't.  But this is why you need to have a good reason to do it because it's on mornings like this that you need to remind yourself why you have undertaken this challenge.  Wrapped up with hat, buff and gloves I turned to climb the hill, always a bad start, and within 100 metres my eyes were watering and by the top of the hill I had lost the sensation in my pinkies.  30 minutes later I was warmed up and enjoying the breath taking views of a star lit sky - sunrise was an hour away.  I ran passed the early morning commuters with stress all over their faces and realised how lucky I am being able to run at this time in the morning.  Back home and showered before the kids are up and ready to face a new day.
Turbo session tonight which will be tough but it should also help my legs after today's run.  Then 3km swim in the morning before joining the commuters heading into Glasgow.  At least I'll feel refreshed.  Why not get out of bed an hour early and go for a walk or run - it's the best part of the day and you're missing it!  It will set you up for the day.