My husband used to say, "The first mile is a liar." He believed that during the first mile of a run, your body screams in pain, begging you to stop. It’s uncomfortable, exhausting, and every step feels like a battle. He argued that once you push through that first mile, your body begins to settle. Your breathing evens out, your heart rate stabilizes, and you find a pace that feels almost effortless—a rhythm that makes you feel like you could keep running forever. I often disa