The Hardest Part is Through
Here I am, once again.I've run over 387 miles during the last 13 weeks. Now it's time to cut back.
I'd be lying if I said I wasn't ready for it to be over. I'm sick of running for hours at a time. I love it, but I hate it. It's complicated. I love pushing my limits, and doing things I didn't think I could. But I also love sleep, and having a social life, and drinking beer. I mean, I still do all of these things, but I have to be conscious of upcoming runs and how I prepare.
19 days to go. It's going to be a long 2 1/2 weeks. And now I really have to watch my diet...I'm only putting in half the mileage these upcoming weeks as I have been.
Maybe after this marathon I'll join a gym and work out like a regular human being again. I need to try something new... any suggestions (no cross-fit, please)? I want to get back to lifting weights a bit more, and limiting cardio to 30-60 minutes at a time. Maybe shift my definition of 'weekend warrior' to encompass running in the local 5k. I want to reclaim my love for fitness - not only running.
Now what am I going to do with all of this free time.... Probably research all of the hot spots in Negril ;-)
Even while 'taking it easy' I am running a half marathon on Sunday!!!
Upcoming Races
- Runners Marathon of Reston (Half) - 4/9/17
- Blue Ridge Marathon - 4/22/17
- AOL 5K - 5/7/17
- Twilight 4 Miler - 6/24/17
- Crystal City 5k - 7/22/17
- Rosary 10k - 7/23/17
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