Marathon: My personal journey

The weather is perfect. Each morning has been around 30 degrees. I ran with the Yak Trax earlier in the week, but shed them on Wednesday. 

As a runner, I have not always appreciated rest days. I have read about them, but for some reason just like to "grind it out". It is true that you must rest to stay fresh and injury free. This weekend, I have been resting and it feels great. I should do this more often. I know, I know.

I can't wait to hit the road again tomorrow. Tonight I am playing hockey, so my legs won't feel that way tomorrow. YAHOOOO.

Have a great Sunday. Here's to the fossils!


Image source:
http://www.wisegeek.org/what-is-the-fossil-record.htm

As the Winter closes in on us here in the Midwest, I am reflecting on the running year and thinking about finishing strong. I have a virtual race still going and need to stay focused on finishing that one strong. It's the "Run the Edge" race, and the distance is 2,015 miles. I am partnered up with a fantastic runner and friend. We are so close to closing it out. We will post some funny pictures when we do. 

I must admit, the last two months of the year traditionally pose a challenge for me. It's darker than usual, cold and the schedule isn't packed with races. To compound the challenge, I just finished marathon season. Your body and mind trick you into this: You have worked hard and it's time to take a break.

This is a challenging period. Historically. Not this year though.

I have taken up one of my favorite sports: hockey. It requires you to be in great shape. Running does this for me. I now find myself running to be better on the ice.

On the running side, six of my awesome friends and I will be running a 75 mile relay in May. This is another great bit of motivation.

My goal is to have at least 100 miles a month for November/December.

You have greatness all around you. 

See it and run it.