Okay, so I've gotten off to a pretty rocky start in 09 but I'm ready to turn that frown upside down! Yikes, that was pretty dorky - sorry! Anyway, missing my first race on the schedule is a big disappointment but let's face it, I'm not losing any sponsors over it ;o) I don't ever want races to become a hassle and that's exactly what happened. I got way too excited and ended up over-training, over-scheduling and burning out.
A few personal struggles recently helped me rediscover my love of running and I've learned my lesson. I got so caught up in the miles, schedule, pace, etc that I wasn't having fun anymore. I missed the point. After a few weeks of no runs at all, I was stressed out and miserable. One run with my girls last night and I feel so much better! Of course, the company has a lot to do with it but I am energized and and ready to take on whatever comes my way.
I also realized it's time to let go of the super-athlete expectations I have. I don't always have to do the big runs - a 5k can be just as fun as 10k (sometimes more so) and Ironman will be there next year. The Gasparilla 15K with my girls will be more fun than the half marathon by myself. I just need to calm the eff down! LOL St Anthony's is still my big race of the year and ONE biggie is good enough for me.
GOOD LUCK TO THE DISNEY MARATHONERS THIS WEEKEND!!!
