First Half Marathon | SM2SM RUN
One of the reasons I participated in the SM2SM Fun Run was to commemorate and celebrate my commitment to running. I may not be consistent at times, but compared to my old self, this is by far the most active version of me I've ever met.
I decided to indulge myself in this kind of activity for mental clarity, not realizing that it would also benefit my physical health. I was diagnosed with PCOS back in 2022, which prompted me to change my lifestyle, including my food intake and physical activities. After becoming more physically active and spending more time outdoors, my cycle began to improve.
Now, I want to challenge myself further by aiming to run a half marathon. This isn’t just about proving to myself that I can do it (with the help of my strong support system), but also about celebrating being a woman and appreciating the health I've gained by consistently showing up for myself. It wasn’t easy—but it was all worth it. *taps shoulder you did a great job!
Congratulations to all the runners! It truly was a FUN RUN!
(I said a little prayer to be consistent at something — little did I know I would slowly start committing to this kind of activity.)
xoxo, Jo Alba ♡
03-09-25
