It's Finally Here!
About 9 months ago, I received a text that brings me to where I am today- " Hey do you wanna do Ragnar this fall?"
My reply: " Yes!" Followed by " Who is this?"
I'm probably one of the only people who would agree to a 48 hour relay first, ask questions later :-)
But Ragnar pushes the boundaries of racing events, personal space, sleep deprivation, starvation, and mental tenacity. It's an experience that you carry for a lifetime. You meet all kinds of people - novice racers through dedicated athletes run to test their grit.
Since this is the EXACT same course as last year, I have the advantage of experience. I know that I will be tired,cramped, hungry etc. I know where to plot our rest stops and meals, and I know how to pace so I will be alert for all three legs of my runs. I'll be running close to 20 miles total; pacing is everything.
Knowing all this - I'm ready. I have felt incredibly strong lately ( which is great coming off of nearly going to the hospital last Saturday). I've been logging sub 8 minute miles this week, which I haven't done in a very long time. Hemlock was the ass-kicking I needed to step up my effort.
I caught myself in the mirror last night at the gym. I was doing the elliptical(giving my legs a running break) and I was surprised by my reflection. Strong arms and shoulders, muscular thighs, a tight core. I look strong and healthy - which is the reflection of the hard work I have been putting in day in and day out. I'm allowed to stop criticizing every now and then, and just pause for a moment to feel proud.
Hell yea, I'm ready to Ragnar - let's do this!!!!
#RagnarDC
#TeamYabadabadoo
Cheers and happy running! Advanced warning- I will be posting it all on social media :-)
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