There’s no best month for writing a book, but November is pretty popular. After the well-known National Novel Writing Month “write 50,000 words of your book” challenge, many authors quickly edit and start submitting their manuscript to editors. That’s a mistake. It takes much longer than a few months to revise and edit a book. But today, we’re talking about running. Just as there’s no best month for writing, there’s also no best month for running. However, there are a few popular months for running a half marathon race distance.
Least Popular Months for Running Runners run (and race) in all kinds of weather, seasons, and terrain. But according to Sports Illustrated, the worst two months for racing are December and January. Here’s why: One of the biggest challenges writers face (aside from Writer's Block) is “finishing their story.” But what does that actually mean? You know the feeling of telling a few people that you’re working on a book and then every time you see them, they ask, “So how’s your book coming along?" And you usually respond something like this, “Oh, pretty good, I’m plugging right along.” Or maybe more like this, “Good, but SLOW. I’ll get there eventually.” Or if you’re lucky, something like this, “Actually, I just finished it!” But what does finishing your story actually mean? There are three definitions of finishing your story. Let’s dive in. Finish Your Story Definition #1: Finish the First DraftMore often than not, this is the definition most people associate with finishing a writing project. And rightly so, it’s a major accomplishment! So first off, congratulations! Yes, be sure to celebrate. But finishing the first draft of a writing project is just that – the FIRST draft. You’ll still need to revise it, edit it, submit it, edit it some more, publish it, and then finally promote it.
Why use a running app? Because it’s a fun, easy way to store info about your runs! The number one question I get asked about running is, “What app do you use?” I used to answer, “Runtastic”, but since Adidas took over that app, it is now called Adidas Running. I love it mostly because it tracks my runs, which is just one reason to use a running app. Here are 5 reasons to use a running app, along with a recommendation for each one. Running Apps with Training PlansOne reason runners like to use a running app is to have access to training plans or running workouts. A running app with this feature allows you to train for an upcoming race or to mix up your workout regimen without having to search all over the internet for new ideas.
One good running app that offers training plans is Runna. With the Writers Who Run App, you’ll get access to training plans AND running workouts. Join the waitlist today. Running Apps for Training Plans: Runna and Writers Who Run. |
Christie Wright Wild
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