So I caught the running bug. Despite being a complete novice I was determined to not look like a beginner, this obviously can only be achieved by buying all the new gear. First purchase; a women’s running magazine, this was my running bible in the initial stages (I quote this magazine to the skinnies when I attempt to know what I am talking about). There is always a section for the newbies -which I have to say becomes a little annoying after you've bought your 5/6th edition at such a high price- I have to admit though I was taken in by the beautifully toned runners in their capris and sports bras (weirdly the models in fashion mags have little if no affect on whether I purchase a product or not) - I remember thinking this could be me (in 10 years).
I searched for the cheapest sports website (sports.direct) and bought my first pair of trainers (pink Reeboks), black capris and some Nike shorts and waited patiently for their arrival. I remember the very day (sigh). I pulled them out of the bag and instantly assumed they had sent a size for a small child. Nope, I had to fit my large derriere into these skin tight leggings that were supposedly a large (it was not a pleasant sight). Despite the bulging fat deposits and the clear orange peel affect I donned my capris' and brand spanking new trainers and set off on an epic journey (of 1.9 miles). Perfect! Apart from being a little conscious that my butt was on show to the high street! Next purchase long vest top that covers said body part.
After a month or so I started to feel the reduction (or maybe toning) of my thighs. One sunny Saturday morning I donned my Nike shorts and my now long vest top and set off on my way (still 1.9 miles). A pro runner knows what I am about to describe. Being a larger lady my thighs sort of touch in the middle (gross I know) so a constant rubbing of the material and my thighs omg! it felt like carpet burn, not only that under my arms as well (major chafing). Next purchase Vaseline!. I have to say I haven't worn the shorts for a while with fear of a re-occurrence (even if my thighs no longer touch in the middle as much).
Me knowing me, I had to try and keep my running experience variable. I had to create a competition with myself to run faster and for longer than the previous session. Next purchase Nike sports band (rocking up an increasing bill at this point). It was amazing I was running for around 20 mins in no time, this was a massive achievement; I could only run for 15 mins at my thinnest (10st.2lbs). However, this was short lived my sports band dyed on me after 2 months (common apparently), after a re-occurrence after sending it back I gave up (imagine the disappointment). This caused a detrimental effect on my running; I was annoyed with the thought of running because it reminded me of my bad purchase that I loved so much.
But after a week or so of sulking and the guilty feeling returning (I could still see the pro's running up and down my street) and the skinnies asking if I was going for a run tonight I set off on my merry way. So if you thought that running was a cheap sport, think again.
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