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JANUARY RUNNING HOROSCOPE: We enter 2012 with New Year’s Resolutions to exercise more, to run faster, to run farther, to lose weight, to kick a habit, to train harder, to push harder, and we hope for good health and luck along the way. And we want it all NOW!!! Some will reach their goals in 2012, some will give up, and some will surpass them. The way to attain them, is to have patience in January and to remember that true success is not instantaneous, rather it occurs with hard work and dedication. Notable January Race: Olympic Trials Marathon January 14, 2012 in Houston, TX. Dreams will be made and dreams will be broken this day. Congrats to all the qualifiers!
CAPRICORN December 23-January 20
Capricorns will enter 2012 with a clean slate! Some of the baggage that was slowing you down in 2011 has been removed or pushed aside, and now you are ready to go after those lofty goals you’ve set for yourself. You must stay positive, success is achievable with the RIGHT amount and type of work. What does that mean exactly? You know what you need to do; stop wasting your time depending on others for your health and wellness and success in this sport. Yes, when it is 20 degrees outside, having a wingman to run with is way more appealing than running alone, but what you have to do is commit to that run whether or not your wingman shows up. Sit down this month and plan out what you want to accomplish this year in your running and how you plan on getting there. Advice: If you are racing this month, stay local. Travel will not be favorable in January. Best days to race or workout are between January 7-11. Be cautious in your racing and training from January 13-23, and stick with what you know; this is not the time to add anything new to your training or you could end up hurt or injured.
AQUARIUS January 21-February 19
Yes, I know, 2011 was a difficult year for you in your racing and training, and that elusive goal is still feeling out of reach. I had hoped that last month’s pep talk would have snapped you out of your funk, but alas the stars and moons have spoken, and they are saying that you are going to have to be patient a few more months. Work hard now in your training and you will reap the rewards from April thru June (perfect timing for the Spring and early Summer racing season; or if weight loss is your goal, this will prepare your body for swimsuit season). January is a good month to add something new to your training (or to start running if you are a beginner) because this new training will give you a huge energy boost and an increase in confidence throughout the year. If you have a big race planned for this month, don’t fear it. Just because more favorable times are coming later in the year, doesn’t mean that your race this month can’t be good. Work hard, stay positive, don’t take yourself so seriously and take the time to enjoy your training this month! You also need to look at new ways to measure your success. Only one person can win a race. Sometimes that may be you, and sometimes it will not be. If you measure your success only by the wins, then you are setting yourself up for a huge downfall. No one is perfect.
PISCES February 20-March 20
Pisces runners have the tendency to feel overwhelmed when the workload gets too heavy, and the workload will be very high in January. Your energy levels will not be the problem. Energy will be on the rise, but you will just have a hard time channeling it into your workouts and races because your mind is thinking too much about tomorrow’s race, yesterday’s workout, last week’s mileage, this weekend’s weight session, etc. And for those that run recreationally, the demands of your daily life will leave you stressed worrying about how you are going to reach your running goals if you can’t find the time to run. When runners talk about workload, they always equate it to mileage, weights, speed, workouts, etc; however, workload is anything in your life that weighs on the mind and body. The best way to handle the stress is to stay positive and to be patient! If you are not ready to race because the body doesn’t feel right or you are sick or injured, DON’T race. Examine your goals and focus your thoughts on what you are doing TODAY to reach them. Focus on your health. Pisces often get sick when they are feeling overwhelmed. If you are part of a team, and have the option to run alone this month, take advantage of it. These solo runs may give you some clarity on how to better manage your stress and how to reach your goals.
ARIES March 21-April 20
Aries enter January feeling optimistic and ready to take care of business. January is a great month for newbies to start running, because the stars are aligned in a pattern that will help you to stick with it. It is a great month for experienced runners to buckle down and really commit to their training. No matter what level you are at, don’t exert yourself too much or too soon this month. Aries are known to be impatient and have a tendency push the body too hard when they are not adequately prepared for it. No matter how talented you are, if you are impatient with your training or in your racing, you will pay for it during the coming months and your running goal will likely not materialize. Overall, January will be a pretty good month for you. It is also a good month to make changes, and to weed out any unnecessary things in your training. Best running day is January 12. Best running advice for January; get more sleep, eat more food and have FUN!
TAURUS April 21-May 21
You will enter 2012 with a razor-sharp focus on your running and racing goals. Nothing else matters to you, and luckily those around you will be supportive and understanding of your dreams. You live, breath and sleep these goals. Some of you have big races this month, and you will give your all and fight until the finish. It will be your mental confidence that will push you through to the end. For those that are in their build-up phase for a Spring race, you are committed to do the work, and your patience and persistence will prepare you for the race ahead. The key to reaching the highest level of success in your running is to embrace the good runs and to learn from the bad runs. If the end result of a workout or race this month is not what you had hoped, you need to examine but not over think what went wrong. And don’t be hard on yourself, because there are plenty of good times ahead. Remember, there can only be one winner in a race. Just because today is not your day, something even better may lie ahead for you!
GEMINI May 21-June 22
January will bring you all the tools you need to be successful. So stop the worrying. The weather is cooperating, you are feeling healthy, your family and friends are supportive of your running goals, you like your training partners, etc. The only thing holding you back now is yourself. Stop worrying about what may or may not happen during your next big race. Stop worrying about what will happen if you don’t hit your mileage this week. You actually make these bad things happen because your constant worrying wills them to happen. Focus on the moment. Focus on what you are doing right now that will contribute to your goals. Everything is in place for success, now get your mind on the same page. There are some great running days ahead! Best day to race or workout is January 19.
CANCER June 22-July 23
January starts off a little slow, and you may be experiencing lower than usual energy levels the first week of January. Don’t put too much thought to it, because by mid-month you will be back up to speed. Cancers can do anything they set their mind to because they have an endless supply of drive. Success will not come easy this month, but your confidence and physical strength will pull you through. If you have a race planned, prepare yourself for the battle. If you prepare ahead, then on race day all you have to do it show up, do the warm-up and when that gun goes off, nothing else will matter but that moment. If you do not have any races planned, you can still bring that focus to your runs and workouts. No matter what your reason for running, commit to your main goal and you will find success in 2012.
LEO July 24-August 23
Jupiter motivates you to go after what you want this month. Your hard work will open doors in your racing and training, but be patient because you will not experience immediate tangible results. What you will gain is a clearer idea of where you are and just how far you want to take your running. Some of you have the Olympic rings in your eyes, some of you want to complete a marathon, and some of you just want to make running a part of your daily life. Whatever the objective, you will have plenty of opportunities in the coming months to prove your talent. There are a couple of things to watch out for this month; control your impulsive behavior or you may jump into something that your body is not ready for; and watch your diet this month, don’t overindulge.
VIRGO August 24-September 23
You enter 2012 with inner balance and self-confidence in your training and racing. Now you just have to keep yourself there. Stay optimistic, continue to work hard, and don’t let others bring you down. Success awaits you, but you have to keep moving forward to reach it. No more reflection. You know what you want from your running and racing, now commit to reaching these goals. January has just the right balance of luck and strategy, making it a perfect month to enter a race. Your motto for 2012 is ‘Don’t give up!’ and if you follow this throughout the year you will encounter some well deserved success. Best time to race is the last week of January. Best day to pull up the covers and sleep in is January 15.
LIBRA September 24-October 23
Libra, you can prepare yourself for a successful 2012 in your racing and training. That doesn’t mean that everything will be perfect and you will win everything and you will feel great every run. It just means that 2012 has some fun times ahead for you. Stick to the basics in January with your training. It is okay to add a few new elements in, but 98% of the things you do you need to be familiar with or you risk injury. You need to work on your weaknesses this month. You are only as good as your weakest link. If your endurance is lacking, then add a few miles to your long run. If your speed is lacking, end every workout with some fast strides. If you are lacking strength, do some hill repeats. To be a successful runner (at any level or age) you need to have a combination of both speed and endurance.
SCORPIO October 24-November 22
Scorpio, you are beginning 2012 with a fresh start. Take charge of your running and training. Take responsibility for your own goals, and take responsibility for every detail that goes into reaching them. Your health and fitness are the best they have been in a long time. Mentally you are focused on your goals, and you are ready to destroy anything standing in your way. Things are continuing to fall into place. Keep your focus on the present; what can you do today that will make you a stronger runner tomorrow. Everything counts. Be confident in your training and racing, and when you toe the line or hit the trail, put your whole being into run. That is where the true glory lies. Notable Scorpio Runner: Anthony Famiglietti
SAGITTARIUS November 23-December 22
Sagittarius runners need to plan and prioritize this month in order to reach their goals later in the year. You will want to build on what you’ve done, and the best way to do that is to look at what is working in your training and racing. Then you can either continue in that direction, or you can make adjustments to your training that seem more favorable to your current goals. Relationships are huge this month, so if you have a group, team or running partner to train with, you will reap the most rewards. Your best running day is January 25. If possible, save your important races for February.
