Becasue I've been negligent

Sorry

Venue Change

This isn't terribly easy to do

Ok, so here's the deal. I've been thinking about this for a week and a half now, giving it some time to make sure this is really what I want to do. I'm sure it is. Erie is off. 2 Sundays ago I had a 13 mile long run (sorry about not reporting in, but this is what was on my mind). 13 miles is half a marathon. I used the run as sort of a gauge to see where I was, how I felt, and what I was thinking, sort of a physical and mental evaluation. 13 miles is a long time to reflect (for me anyway). I physically am not ready to continue my training program. Mentally, I'm not there either. Running is something I want to do because I enjoy doing it. If I feel unable to make my miles, it becomes a chore of sorts, and I lose some of the pleasure. It also feels like I'm winding myself up for an injury, by pushing the miles before I feel ready for them. So something has to change. Actually, a few things have to change.

So what's next? Giving up? NO, absolutely NO.

Issue #1: Training. Scaling back and starting over on the training program for starters. I need a new venue and point of focus. I'll make the final decision in the next week or so, but I think I've narrowed it down to the OBX Marathon on November 11.

Issue #2: Weight. I'm 10 pounds heavier than I was in January, and not happy about it. I know that has a lot to do with both my mental and physical feelings, while running right now. SO starting in the morning: Public accountability via blog and Wednesday's are now officially "Weigh-in Wednesday". No more eating after 6pm. Lots more water.

Issue #3: Timing. I'm going to try to do more morning runs. It's easier on me and the family, schedule wise.

Issue #4: Charity. Nothing changes. I've raised $80 dollars so far, and I'm very thankful for everyone that's donated and the people that are helping me with that effort. I hope no one feels let down because I'm changing the marathon. That's simply what I feel like I have to do.

comments?