"But wait", you say......."Bill, you never really left, so how can you now be back?????"
Because it's a metaphor, silly.......I didn't really leave, but I was definitely struggling with a bit of post-Boston blues which, when combined with a lack of a training plan, left me having a hard time getting out and running again.
Well, I've run 3 times so far this week and I'm back to looking forward to running......so I guess that means I'm BACK, BABY!!!! YEAH!!!!!!!
So to all my new blogger-buddies out there, I thank you for all your kind words of encouragement and support. This particular corner of the "blogosphere" is a really cool place to hang out, and you all are the reason why, so thanks!
Now.......anybody up for a run with a slow, middle-aged, middle school Social Studies teacher who is going to start training soon for his 3rd marathon???? Give me a call! :>)
Epic comeback, way to rock it :-)
ReplyDeleteMiddle school social studies teacher? Nice, kids that age are a hoot and make up the majority of my "client" base (which would technically be their parents since they pay but whatever..) Funny and fun age group.
They are funny and fun.......a bit unfocused, but hey, I'm trying to get them to care about stuff that happened in the past, which for me is 200 years ago......for them, it's LUNCH! LOL
DeleteSo whats the next marathon going to be???
ReplyDeleteum...it would seem that one of your newest FWP's (probably due to some kind of butterfly/moth distraction) is not looking at countdown clocks at the TOP of people's blog pages!!!!! Ok, that was a bit nasty on my part, but still.......c'mon Sara!!! LOL
DeleteI'm running the ING Hartford Marathon on October 13th.......
Glad to hear you're finding your groove again!
ReplyDeletethanks, Michelle.....I knew it was only a matter of time! Great posting on your experience as a race director. I enjoy volunteering at races.....but then again, as a teacher, I feel a bit of an obligation to not just "talk the talk", but to "walk the walk" as well......can't encourage my students to do public service without doing some myself. And it benefits other runners AND the community......Win-Win-Win!
DeleteThe break was actually probably just what you needed. I should have cut back more than I did post Boston, but didn't, and now I'm tired. So enjoy your return and your fresh legs!
ReplyDeleteThanks, MZ.....I'm not yet doing any real "training", but just getting out there and running again feels GREAT! I feel like I recovered very well from Boston, which I think is a testament to both my training AND how VERY easy I took it that day! :>) I'm sure you'll be out there putting up times I could only dream about very soon!
DeleteYou just ran Boston! You never left. I have taken breaks of years, so a 6 week layoff is nothing. I know all about the post marathon blues, like I am not sure I ever really want to run again, much less a piddly 5 mile run that means nothing. So kudos for keeping on it!
ReplyDeleteAnd I am a Texas Ranger fan. Don;t get me started on long suffering tales of woe.
Thanks, man......and I cannot wait to hear how your race this weekend goes!!!!
DeleteDoesn't nearly every fan base think they've suffered???? But how long have the Rangers been in existence? I do like your team this year......and that Hamilton kid is doing great!
So glad you are back!!! Enjoy the runs! I would totally take you up on the offer to run with you but it would be quite the commute. :)
ReplyDeleteThanks, Erin.......although do you really think you could go as slow as me??? I mean, your recovery runs are my speedwork!!!!!
ReplyDeleteLoved your recent post.......the scenery you run through must get so boring after a while.......like NEVER! And that argument between your legs and your brain.....I think I have that one every time.....and thankfully, my brain wins most of them!
It's really hard to get back to running after a huge goal is met. I'm always down in the dumps after.
ReplyDeleteGlad you're back, though!
Barbara
My Running Shortz
thanks, Barbara.......it took me a while (and I'm not all the way out yet), but I'm definitely starting to find it again!
DeleteWelcome Back Bill! Glad you found your groove!!
ReplyDeletethanks, Sandy.....a groove is a terrible thing to lose!
DeleteWhen that happiness returns, it is DOES make it new again, doesn't it..? Welcome back (not that you really left for all that long ;-), and I look forward to the opportunity to hear about your road to the next marathon. May the wind be at your back !
ReplyDeletethanks, Michael......that road doesn't technically begin again for another month, but I'm sure I'll have a lot to say between now and then.
DeleteGood luck! I'm at McMillans Running Camp in AZ hoping to get tips to tweak my training for my 5th marathon in Sept.
ReplyDeletethanks, Joanne.....love the pics you've posted so far and enjoyed your latest post. Can't wait to read all about it!
DeleteWelcome back!
ReplyDeletethanks......it's good to be back!
DeleteGlad to have you back!!! If I'm ever in your neck of the woods I'll gladly run with ya.
ReplyDeletethanks, Jose.....anytime you feel like going slow, I'm your guy! LOL
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