Back home from the run. Had brunch with a friend, just had a hot shower, and feeling very chilled and happy. 15k's non stop done and dusted. Next stop, the half marathon at 21k's distance.
Your eyes may start to glaze over from here reader, so feel free to move on.
Furthest i've ever run/raced is about 10-12k's, apart from my days as a footballer where you'd probably run that and more in a game. Felt strong as i cruised through the 10k mark, and chose the softer grass surface available on the side of the road for less impact on the joints for most of the run. When i got to about 13k's, i felt the beginnings of a little quadricep burn, and my hips and legs were starting to feel a bit heavy. The last 2 k's were much harder than the previous 13, but i kept going with plenty of inspirational runners around me. There was Shelley from South Sunshine #12,567, Kev from Colac in bib # 10,045, Big Mark from Murrumbidgee wearing number 8,395, and the twins from Bankstown, Marcia and Persephone. Some walking, some valiantly struggling in a half walk/half run style, and guns like me with a bit of extra fuel in the tank, but happy to cruise to the finish line taking in the colourful ambience of the brass band, wobbling arses of all shapes and sizes, and the annoying, overly enthusiastic woops and shrill of the sheila from some commercial FM radio station. And we got a medal! Bring on the half marathon next year. I'm ready.
(My apologies to those of you following me on Twitter for the repeat commentary here).
On a more serious note. Events like this that are a physical and mental challenge are very positive tools to throw into our sobriety plan mix now and then. For me, it's a positive goal to aim for, and something that challenges me, but also something that i can handle. It's something you can do for you. Today i have sent a strong, positive message to myself. Doesn't have to be a run or a 10k etc. Plenty of 5k walks out there too.
It's good to get out of the house. You never know who you'll meet! G
Your eyes may start to glaze over from here reader, so feel free to move on.
Furthest i've ever run/raced is about 10-12k's, apart from my days as a footballer where you'd probably run that and more in a game. Felt strong as i cruised through the 10k mark, and chose the softer grass surface available on the side of the road for less impact on the joints for most of the run. When i got to about 13k's, i felt the beginnings of a little quadricep burn, and my hips and legs were starting to feel a bit heavy. The last 2 k's were much harder than the previous 13, but i kept going with plenty of inspirational runners around me. There was Shelley from South Sunshine #12,567, Kev from Colac in bib # 10,045, Big Mark from Murrumbidgee wearing number 8,395, and the twins from Bankstown, Marcia and Persephone. Some walking, some valiantly struggling in a half walk/half run style, and guns like me with a bit of extra fuel in the tank, but happy to cruise to the finish line taking in the colourful ambience of the brass band, wobbling arses of all shapes and sizes, and the annoying, overly enthusiastic woops and shrill of the sheila from some commercial FM radio station. And we got a medal! Bring on the half marathon next year. I'm ready.
(My apologies to those of you following me on Twitter for the repeat commentary here).
On a more serious note. Events like this that are a physical and mental challenge are very positive tools to throw into our sobriety plan mix now and then. For me, it's a positive goal to aim for, and something that challenges me, but also something that i can handle. It's something you can do for you. Today i have sent a strong, positive message to myself. Doesn't have to be a run or a 10k etc. Plenty of 5k walks out there too.
It's good to get out of the house. You never know who you'll meet! G
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