I'm sorry about that.
Today's Topic: Good Enough is, sometimes, just that. My running, this past week, has felt uninspired and unmotivated. It's left me feeling completely unsure of myself, my training and my upcoming marathon.
I know this is probably right where I should be, actually. I'm coming off my last "hard" week, of the cycle. Things will start moving in a taper-ish direction and it will take some time to adjust. Still, it's not made me feel especially sunshine-y or rose-y.
Yesterday, though, I finally had a good run. It wasn't groundbreaking or any huge accomplishment. It was five, easy miles. I changed my route, ditched my watch and just simply ran. It didn't produce a spectacular "runner's high" or any good story fodder. As I was a marking down the details in my little running journal, though, I realized it had been Good Enough.
not pictured: the stickers decorating the front and back of the binder. Elementary School-style
For me, at this point in my training, Good Enough is...well...exactly that.
Today I'll be hippity skopping out for my last double-digit run before the marathon. While I'm shooting for a run in the Totally Rad category, Good Enough will certainly suffice.
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You'll be hooked.
Anything good happen to you, this weekend? Did you race? Tell me about it!!
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I NEEDED this post! Thank you!
ReplyDeleteNo races but i'm sooo looking forward to a few bloggers reports after today!
you're welcome.
DeleteI love reading other race recaps, too!
My life has felt a little uninspired and unmotivated lately (combo low exercise and end of the semester I think)! I guess it is good enough though, because I'm getting through :)
ReplyDeletehope the "good enough" carries you through to the "amazing" days to come.
DeleteI didn't race this weekend but my husband did his first sprint tri! It was fun to be a spectator (and even jump in to volunteer as needed). I'm enjoying watching you get ready for your next marathon! Best wishes to you!
ReplyDeletethank you. Spectating is fun, too! So glad you got to be a part of his event.
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