50 miles a day for 100 days is incredible. I like to always have something to shoot for and focus on like a race. But I notice once i cross the finish line i usually fall into a slight depression. Almost as if my mind/body is saying ok now what?
I have to agree with you on that point. But, the only letdown is me questioning myself, "could I have gone any harder or faster?" Even if died last the finish line I think I'd still have doubts... especially if I didn't come in first in my age group...can we say too competitive?
This is a great email on the idea of achieving that state of mind and body. Much to ponder. I did not see it until today (3/25) because I came here looking for the Fri email. I missed it when it was sent.
My 2nd son, who got me back into running 6 years ago, has been a little sidetracked with owning his own business and three young daughters. He has recently started back into running. I have been sharing some of the emails with him to encourage him to keep at it and to join us as well. It is such an awesome group of encouragers!
Thank you so much for this one. It is a great reminder and great new thoughts. I have very seldom experienced it. I almost always have to make myself go out. I love running but there are things about my body that have a hard time with it. Yet I keep trying. Maybe if I can accomplish more of what you shared today I can get beyond it all.
Me too, Maria! It's one of those books that goes straight to the bone. Really honest and open. She describes the tensions in her relationship with her father in a way I'm not sure I've ever encountered before.
I feel that flow during almost every run for at least a portion of my runs. It’s rare I don’t. My runs are my time to pray, ponder, vent to God, etc., & maybe that’s why. If I don’t feel a spiritual connection to God when I run, it’s a tough run. Does that make sense? I think that’s why I connect with MK’s coaching style. We keep our heart rates under 140 for 90% of our training. It’s a slow, steady pace that allows me that time to think & pray. Some of my best ideas happen on my runs, by the way!
50 miles a day for 100 days is incredible. I like to always have something to shoot for and focus on like a race. But I notice once i cross the finish line i usually fall into a slight depression. Almost as if my mind/body is saying ok now what?
I know — what they do is just amazing. You are onto something, btw — lots of people experience a post-race letdown.
I have to agree with you on that point. But, the only letdown is me questioning myself, "could I have gone any harder or faster?" Even if died last the finish line I think I'd still have doubts... especially if I didn't come in first in my age group...can we say too competitive?
Reading River of Doubt, incredible story
It is the BEST, isn’t it? I’m about to start her second book, Destiny of the Republic. Really excited to dig in.
Flow is a great read. Recommended by a wood worker instructor. Works in all endeavors.
That’s really cool to hear — I can see why it would; you’re totally engaged mentally and physically in an activity like that.
This is a great email on the idea of achieving that state of mind and body. Much to ponder. I did not see it until today (3/25) because I came here looking for the Fri email. I missed it when it was sent.
My 2nd son, who got me back into running 6 years ago, has been a little sidetracked with owning his own business and three young daughters. He has recently started back into running. I have been sharing some of the emails with him to encourage him to keep at it and to join us as well. It is such an awesome group of encouragers!
Thank you so much for this one. It is a great reminder and great new thoughts. I have very seldom experienced it. I almost always have to make myself go out. I love running but there are things about my body that have a hard time with it. Yet I keep trying. Maybe if I can accomplish more of what you shared today I can get beyond it all.
"Runs like a feather on the wind." My most memorable line from Running Home
Such a great line! 🏃♀️🏃♂️🏃
isn't it?!! I think it was when she was coming out of the Grand Canyon and the old man trekker said that to her. . . :)
Loved Katie Arnold's Running Home. It is so relatable. At times, it had me in tears.
Me too, Maria! It's one of those books that goes straight to the bone. Really honest and open. She describes the tensions in her relationship with her father in a way I'm not sure I've ever encountered before.
Right on
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I feel that flow during almost every run for at least a portion of my runs. It’s rare I don’t. My runs are my time to pray, ponder, vent to God, etc., & maybe that’s why. If I don’t feel a spiritual connection to God when I run, it’s a tough run. Does that make sense? I think that’s why I connect with MK’s coaching style. We keep our heart rates under 140 for 90% of our training. It’s a slow, steady pace that allows me that time to think & pray. Some of my best ideas happen on my runs, by the way!