It’s Friday! We made it 🙌 I don’t have a particular question or topic in mind today, so I thought I’d open up the floor. What’s on your mind?
Have a question? Or a thought to share?
Do you have advice, something you’ve learned, that you think others might want/need to hear?
Or are you looking for advice in some area of your life — it could be running- or fitness-related, or it might not be — that you’d like to ask a question about?
Something cool/funny/sad/exciting/etc. that happened this week?
Tiny accomplishments or goals you reached?
I’d love to hear what you have to say 😃 — Terrell
(P.S.: Don’t forget, this weekend is “spring forward” to Daylight Saving Time 😱 for those of us in the U.S.)
Thank you, Ramone. And sorry to hear about your situation. Not sure if this is the first time you've experienced this. It's my third, so please know that it does work out if you consistently apply yourself and make sure to talk to people. And of course take care of your health. Running is obviously great, and meditation too which was also talked about in yesterday's thread.
It was one of the articles recommended in Dignify (dignify .com)--from Canada--mostly she sells Kantha throws and talks about a minimalist lifestyle, but not quite. I enjoy reading it . . . she is a bibliophile and recommends great books .
Hey, Terrell! Just a small question that has been banging around in my head. Do you keep a one sentence journal everyday like James Clear recommends? Another newsletter I read recommended it. . . might be something that would be valuable over the years. :)
Not really any questions today. I finally got my new Nordic poles (don't try the cheap collapsible trekking poles--they do collapse!) Started slow and easy learning them. Added mile at a time for March which puts me up to 5 whole miles, but then, who is counting? I'm learning a new skill! Love walking--I don't have to feel guilty that I'm not going fast enough and it is still wonderful exercise.
Looks like we get an atmospheric river and rain the next week. There is a reason they call Washington the Evergreen State! :)
How many pairs of running shoes do you keep in the rotation? I did a 15k race two weeks ago on a Saturday, and an 8k on Sunday. My only pair of running shoes were soaked from Florida humidity and sweat, and I had sore spots on my feet as a result. I ended up running the 8k in my casual shoes. Of course my time was better per mile in the 8k, which makes me further question why I pay so much for "running" shoes.
Running a 5K tomorrow in Livingston, Ky. You might remember from last year when I attached the pic of the trailhead marker and the ensuing discussion. It is supposed to be at or above freezing at the start time, but dry and NOT windy. So there are some things to be grateful for. Number 3 for the year, but the pace will pickup next month.
By the way the sheltowee trace virtual starts on April 1 and they can use the money as the swinging bridge was taken out by tree and the trail has to be cleared.
So if anyone is looking for a worthwhile mileage challenge ( I am doing the whole 363 miles) you can find it on runsignup.com.
I have thought that myself--or at least write down the memories from the past! Everything is so different now!
There are so many experiences that I "wished" I had written when my parents were alive. Fortunately, I have my older brother to draw on. What a mind! He can remember things clear back when and tells me stories when he calls. He has written down a few (he's a good storyteller and writer), but I really should take time to jot my life down in a notebook for others. Good Suggestion! You, too!!!
I have recently returned to meditating 20 minutes before breakfast and 20 minutes before dinner every day. My wife & I learned transcendental meditation (TM) 50 years ago when the stress of new jobs, tough bosses and a miscarriage had us reeling. The practice gave us the mental and emotional space to navigate many difficult waves. We learned to “surf” them instead of drowning. Today, meditation provides me with a “richness of being and experience” that enhances my daily activities in both subtle & profound ways. I highly recommend giving it a try, especially for those experiencing more stress than usual. There are a number of excellent books by Jon Kabat-Zinn to get one started. My heart goes out to all of you swimming in uncharted waters. Perhaps some form of meditation will help you reach the shore in one piece. 🙏🏻❤️🙏🏻
Thank you for your reply. I did get Covid. That’s when it all started. I have been running, but not with the same fervor. I will try switching things up. I want to compete again. I just can’t get out the door.
Hope Jonathan finds a job. I recently been through a lay off and new job. It became a new industry to my surprise.
But recently with all the chaos with Covid and now rain in Central Coast California and just life. I am 60 and used to run daily and compete.
My concern lately has been my desire to run has diminished. I remember when I couldn’t wait to wake up and run. My enthusiasm needs to be energized. It takes everything to get me out the door.
Thank you, Ramone. And sorry to hear about your situation. Not sure if this is the first time you've experienced this. It's my third, so please know that it does work out if you consistently apply yourself and make sure to talk to people. And of course take care of your health. Running is obviously great, and meditation too which was also talked about in yesterday's thread.
Oh, James Clear site. . . it was in my history https://jamesclear.com/journaling-one-sentence
It was one of the articles recommended in Dignify (dignify .com)--from Canada--mostly she sells Kantha throws and talks about a minimalist lifestyle, but not quite. I enjoy reading it . . . she is a bibliophile and recommends great books .
Anyway, the article is at https://www.wellandgood.com/one-line-a-day-journal-lessons/
Clear has a site on it as well. Of course, he sells books, but his advice is wonderful. I had to google it to find it.
Hey, Terrell! Just a small question that has been banging around in my head. Do you keep a one sentence journal everyday like James Clear recommends? Another newsletter I read recommended it. . . might be something that would be valuable over the years. :)
Not really any questions today. I finally got my new Nordic poles (don't try the cheap collapsible trekking poles--they do collapse!) Started slow and easy learning them. Added mile at a time for March which puts me up to 5 whole miles, but then, who is counting? I'm learning a new skill! Love walking--I don't have to feel guilty that I'm not going fast enough and it is still wonderful exercise.
Looks like we get an atmospheric river and rain the next week. There is a reason they call Washington the Evergreen State! :)
How many pairs of running shoes do you keep in the rotation? I did a 15k race two weeks ago on a Saturday, and an 8k on Sunday. My only pair of running shoes were soaked from Florida humidity and sweat, and I had sore spots on my feet as a result. I ended up running the 8k in my casual shoes. Of course my time was better per mile in the 8k, which makes me further question why I pay so much for "running" shoes.
Running a 5K tomorrow in Livingston, Ky. You might remember from last year when I attached the pic of the trailhead marker and the ensuing discussion. It is supposed to be at or above freezing at the start time, but dry and NOT windy. So there are some things to be grateful for. Number 3 for the year, but the pace will pickup next month.
By the way the sheltowee trace virtual starts on April 1 and they can use the money as the swinging bridge was taken out by tree and the trail has to be cleared.
So if anyone is looking for a worthwhile mileage challenge ( I am doing the whole 363 miles) you can find it on runsignup.com.
I have thought that myself--or at least write down the memories from the past! Everything is so different now!
There are so many experiences that I "wished" I had written when my parents were alive. Fortunately, I have my older brother to draw on. What a mind! He can remember things clear back when and tells me stories when he calls. He has written down a few (he's a good storyteller and writer), but I really should take time to jot my life down in a notebook for others. Good Suggestion! You, too!!!
I have recently returned to meditating 20 minutes before breakfast and 20 minutes before dinner every day. My wife & I learned transcendental meditation (TM) 50 years ago when the stress of new jobs, tough bosses and a miscarriage had us reeling. The practice gave us the mental and emotional space to navigate many difficult waves. We learned to “surf” them instead of drowning. Today, meditation provides me with a “richness of being and experience” that enhances my daily activities in both subtle & profound ways. I highly recommend giving it a try, especially for those experiencing more stress than usual. There are a number of excellent books by Jon Kabat-Zinn to get one started. My heart goes out to all of you swimming in uncharted waters. Perhaps some form of meditation will help you reach the shore in one piece. 🙏🏻❤️🙏🏻
Thank you for your reply. I did get Covid. That’s when it all started. I have been running, but not with the same fervor. I will try switching things up. I want to compete again. I just can’t get out the door.
Hope Jonathan finds a job. I recently been through a lay off and new job. It became a new industry to my surprise.
But recently with all the chaos with Covid and now rain in Central Coast California and just life. I am 60 and used to run daily and compete.
My concern lately has been my desire to run has diminished. I remember when I couldn’t wait to wake up and run. My enthusiasm needs to be energized. It takes everything to get me out the door.
Any ideas.
Happy Friday Terrell. Feeling grateful for being able to run amid being laid off from my job this week. Happy Trails ahead!