I am sort of shameful this week. I don't know whats going on with me. I know the training for the 1/2 was difficult. I know I'm emotionally a bit burned out but I thought by now I'd have my
oomph
back. I don't though. I've been skipping workouts this week like crazy.
This is not good.
We had our 1/2 marathon wrap up clinic last night. It was good - had a little sampling of wine from one of our clinic members who is a wine rep. Colin had a tough clinic this time around as we had one very negative member. It's interesting to me to see the dynamic change with just an ounce of negativity.
I find, the further along I get in sport and especially distance events the less time and patience you have for negativity. I have more resolve now. It's a good thing...
I don't know what else to tell you.
I'm depressed when I look in the mirror. I thought I would look so much different after putting in 10 hour weeks of training. I don't though. I doubt I'll ever look the part of an athlete unless by some miracle I drop 30 lbs. Maybe it's possible... I just need to figure out what will work. I have been buying clothes like crazy since my size has gone down considerably - thats been nice :)
I need to have some goals for next week. This Saturday I'm running 25K with my friends Doug and Helen. Sunday I'm watching my husband race his first official 10K. Monday I'm taking off. Tuesday hopefully will be a lunch run with Lynne. Wednesday I'd like to get back into my 8K lunch runs - and then I'm taking a little vacation.
Yes! I forgot about my vacation. I'm taking some time for myself. I need to refocus, recentre, and relax. I've been going hard, being a mom, working, training and I booked myself some time off to just be alone for a bit. Hello VACATION!!!!!
Race Report: Muskoka River X 2024 (Algonquin Park Edition)
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We came.
We suffered.
We conquered.
The Start
*The Race*
90km of paddling across Algonquin Provincial Park.
7am start... clock doesn't stop until yo...
11 months ago
5 comments:
You are just fine!!! My drive is really low too - the only thing keeping me going is upcoming races. Once the DR is over, it's time to train for Melissa's. Your body needs this rest! My runs are tremendously suffering because I didn't take enough time off (and maybe the heat). Take the break and re-charge - it's not lazy or lack of motivation, it's part of the plan!
I know what you mean about body shape. Losing the weight has been great but I'm surprised when I see other half and even full IM finishers that are still carrying extra weight. I guess just the training isn't enough. For a long time I've talked about hiring a nutritionist once and for all and getting my diet in order. It would be worth considering before you embark on IM training. But doing it right is a slow process and we're doing it right!
Take care - maybe we should meet for lunch one day. I'd run with you at lunch but you're faster than me.
Thanks Kerry. I just got back from my attempted long run today and it just plain sucked. I'm giving my self allowances for shitty runs and I guess that's alright?
I've thought about a nutritionist too - and adding more weight workouts to my schedule. Something's got to give eventually - right?
If you ever want to go for a 3-4 KM run at lunch just let me know - I'm perfectly fine with slowing things down. Or we could do the stairs a couple times?
Let me know if you're game :)
Yep-I'm game. I'll email you my work email address, then it's easier for me make plans. I won't be able to make it all the time - it really depends on what I'm up to.
If you have time I would love to hear how you started running/ triathlons......what shape were you in? What experience did you have? What was it like at the beginning? What kept you motivated?
Jane,
Sorry to hijack Jordan's blog. If you want to read how I got started (and went from a 210lb couch potato to a half ironman) you can read my blog-it's the first link on Jordan's. The very first post Sept 05 gives the history.
Jordan...where are you????? get in touch with me, I want to know you're ok!
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