My nature is such that I tend to be a bit of dreamer. My theory is that when I was younger and things would get stressful, I would retreat into my imagination. It was a safe, peaceful, beautiful place where nothing could go wrong, fostering my "dream big" mentality. It was what … [Read more...]
The 6.2 Devil & A New Set Of Eyes
My least favorite race is the 10K. It's safe to say, I can't stand it. I dread and avoid them at all costs. I always start way too fast and by mile 4, I struggle to keep pace. By the time I cross the finish line, I am miserable. When I sign up for them I always have high hopes … [Read more...]
Recovery Body and Mind
Almost every runner I know has difficultly taking time off from their workouts. I know that often times when I take a rest I am thinking: "If I take time off I will lose something." My body, strength or mind will diminish and it will be even more difficult to get that back if I … [Read more...]
Adapting To Mountains
Looking back on my life, it seems I've always taken the difficult path, the steepest route. It was never my intention, but things just seem to work out that way. Kind of like when you choose a line at the grocery thinking it will be the quickest, and then you must wait patiently … [Read more...]
Jogging In Place
I often try to catch myself from becoming to linear in my thoughts. To me, I feel as though it is a bit like jogging in place. I think it is a little a silly (no offense ) when I see someone jogging in place at a stop light. I want to say to them "it is OK to stop for moment and … [Read more...]