Thanks, Richard!
I was listening to the 14th episode of "The Extra Mile" podcast, when I heard Richard talk passionately about his experience at the Philadelphia Marathon. I listened to his experience and appreciated how he brought a novel approach to his experience.
I asked on "The Extra Mile" podcast if I could get in contact with Richard. Kevin of the "The Extra Mile" and "Kevin Bonks," offered to give Richard my e-mail address. Richard contacted me and we started a discussion.
If you have read my blog, you know that I am asking myself if I should run a marathon. I am not convinced yet, but I AM still exploring the possibility. Richard has helped me to see another aspect of why I SHOULD run a marathon.
Thanks for your help, your advice and your attitude, Richard!
The Blahs?
It seems that I just needed to slow down and appreciate what I have and what I am trying to do. Maybe what I needed was a shoulder to cry on.
One of the things that Richard and I talked about was the camaradery of the running community. You may have never met a person before but immediately find that you have a lot in common. More than that, these are people that share the same excitations and disappointments that you have experienced (or will experience).
I experienced that with a lot of you. Thanks to a lot of you, I got advice on mativating, advice on dressing for the cold weather and advice on just being a runner and enjoying it! Thanks!
So? What have you done?
I ran 25.62 miles last week. They were much easier miles. I took the weekend off completely. I was supposed to go out on Saturday for a Jeep snow wheelin' but most of Colorado found itself in a deep, deep freeze. I did go Sunday. A back country excursion that was relaxing, challenging and beautiful.
Did I run the trail at all? No. The snow was deep and loose. I was able to sit back and enjoy an outside experience without running. It was fun to do just that!
I asked on "The Extra Mile" podcast if I could get in contact with Richard. Kevin of the "The Extra Mile" and "Kevin Bonks," offered to give Richard my e-mail address. Richard contacted me and we started a discussion.
If you have read my blog, you know that I am asking myself if I should run a marathon. I am not convinced yet, but I AM still exploring the possibility. Richard has helped me to see another aspect of why I SHOULD run a marathon.
Thanks for your help, your advice and your attitude, Richard!
The Blahs?
It seems that I just needed to slow down and appreciate what I have and what I am trying to do. Maybe what I needed was a shoulder to cry on.
One of the things that Richard and I talked about was the camaradery of the running community. You may have never met a person before but immediately find that you have a lot in common. More than that, these are people that share the same excitations and disappointments that you have experienced (or will experience).
I experienced that with a lot of you. Thanks to a lot of you, I got advice on mativating, advice on dressing for the cold weather and advice on just being a runner and enjoying it! Thanks!
So? What have you done?
I ran 25.62 miles last week. They were much easier miles. I took the weekend off completely. I was supposed to go out on Saturday for a Jeep snow wheelin' but most of Colorado found itself in a deep, deep freeze. I did go Sunday. A back country excursion that was relaxing, challenging and beautiful.
Did I run the trail at all? No. The snow was deep and loose. I was able to sit back and enjoy an outside experience without running. It was fun to do just that!
posted by CewTwo at 1:23 PM
6 Comments:
Colorado has weather I love. The snow is often too deep to run in, but not to be out in. You are indeed blessed to live there. Can't wait for 2/1. After our run I'm going to Parachute, Pagosa Springs, Santa Fe and Louisville (a big circle over several days) to see people dear to me.
That does look a great trail for the Jeep.
Thats great mileage for the week!
This is a great post -- I loved it all. A) Making a new friend. B) Getting inspired. C) Taking some time off. D) Getting out and doing something else that you love!
Did you hear about Randy from 2g1b having a foot MRI? I e-mailed him about that!
It IS a great post. And take your time and give yourself a break. I am so sorry I missed chatting to you in Denver - we will, I promise. Take good care of yourself!
I'm so glad to hear some spunk in your "voice" again. 25+ miles is excellent!!
Staying at Marriott Denver Tech on S. Syacuse, think that's by you. Want to run 2/1 in morning wherever you want to, show me a nice 4-6 miles. Then it's back to Marriott to change & check out, and off to Parachute to see Aunt and then to Montrose for the night. Doable if weather cooperates. Email is plamberton@yahoo.com
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