Yup! I had to jump puddles today. It seems like it's been a while since we've had above freezing temperatures, and I hope it's a sign of things to come. I have to keep reminding myself that winter running is just plain tougher, and as such I need to lower my expectations a bit. I managed to get my planned distance in this week, and although I feel a bit crappy right now I'm sure I'll be fine by morning. I also have to remind myself that it's a tough time of year to stay strong mentally, and to just take things one day at a time.
And while I managed to avoid most of the literal puddles, it also seems like I've stepped in a few figurative ones over the last couple of days, and as a result I find myself feeling a bit fragile. In the big picture I'm trying to take a step back. Several events in the past week have made me realize that I'm pushing the envelope again from a psychological perspective. It may seem obvious to everyone else, but occasionally it hits me that I get a bit one dimensional. There are so many wonderful things to enjoy in life, and I don't take advantage of many of them, and the main reason is my obsession with Ironman. I know a guy who does an Ironman every year, but he does it as a way of life, rather than as an annual event. By that I mean, that all he cares about is doing the minimum amount of training necessary to complete. For me that would mean half of what I do now!! Sounds like a dream, leaving me open to find fulfillment in so many other areas. And as much as this may surprise you I'm not satisfied with the amount of time and energy I give to my grandchildren. What a luxury to have them so close, and to have the time to commit to them. I'm gonna think about that a bit, but I know that as they approach teenage-hood they're gonna need a regular father figure more than ever. Like all kids they deserve that.
And I guess that's it for today. Like I said, feeling a bit crappy physically, and a bit overwhelmed mentally, and I hope a good nights sleep helps both!
run 27 kms, 5:29/km
"Every path has it's puddle"---Anon
Love
Peter
And while I managed to avoid most of the literal puddles, it also seems like I've stepped in a few figurative ones over the last couple of days, and as a result I find myself feeling a bit fragile. In the big picture I'm trying to take a step back. Several events in the past week have made me realize that I'm pushing the envelope again from a psychological perspective. It may seem obvious to everyone else, but occasionally it hits me that I get a bit one dimensional. There are so many wonderful things to enjoy in life, and I don't take advantage of many of them, and the main reason is my obsession with Ironman. I know a guy who does an Ironman every year, but he does it as a way of life, rather than as an annual event. By that I mean, that all he cares about is doing the minimum amount of training necessary to complete. For me that would mean half of what I do now!! Sounds like a dream, leaving me open to find fulfillment in so many other areas. And as much as this may surprise you I'm not satisfied with the amount of time and energy I give to my grandchildren. What a luxury to have them so close, and to have the time to commit to them. I'm gonna think about that a bit, but I know that as they approach teenage-hood they're gonna need a regular father figure more than ever. Like all kids they deserve that.
And I guess that's it for today. Like I said, feeling a bit crappy physically, and a bit overwhelmed mentally, and I hope a good nights sleep helps both!
run 27 kms, 5:29/km
"Every path has it's puddle"---Anon
Love
Peter
I love it when your brain and your heart get on the same wavelength...great post! I trust you to figure it all out!
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