If what “they” say is true about the night before the night before a race being the most important for sleep, then I nailed it this time. I went to bed early-ish, after a relaxing yoga session (more on that later), fell asleep immediately, and slept through the entire night. I don’t think I even … Continue reading »
Filed under quarter life crisis …
Dear Injury
Dear Injury, I’ll never forget the day we met. You snuck up on me during my favorite, strongest, speediest 18 mile run. You were just a little thing back then; generous enough to not bother me all that much. You came back a week later and totally destroyed my 20 mile run. I still resent … Continue reading »
Am I making my injury worse, should I be a physical therapist, and other musings…
My good friend Dave Matthews once summed up exactly how I’m feeling right now. Okay, maybe I’m not friends with him, but I did see him and his band from backstage! Amazing! “Sometimes I can laugh, but at times it takes all of my strength to find enough reason to take the next step, … Continue reading »
Inaction is a decision
Hello from Chicago O’Hare Airport! Sitting in the airport is giving me lots of time to think. Even though I have about 5 books I could read, I’ve chosen to people-watch and contemplate the meaning of life. Okay maybe not so much the meaning of life, but I do think about other relevant, important things, … Continue reading »
No More Worrying and Employment Woes
With my current injury leaving me sidelined from running, I’ve found it hard to write uplifiting running posts on this blog. I keep dwelling on the same things over and over. Is physical therapy working? Will I run next week? Will I get to run a race this Spring? Will I be able to run, … Continue reading »
Friends, PT and Quarter-Life Crisis
It’s Monday! I’m actually feeling fairly refreshed today. I spent the weekend in Westchester with my boyfriend’s family and friends. Love the scenery on the drive Despite the fun festivities I did find time to do my corrective exercises for PT. I am happy to report that I feel so much better! I don’t feel … Continue reading »