Right now, I'm trying to figure out what's next. I feel a little lost without a concrete goal to work for. I have the Ragnar in May, but that's a tough one to train for. I have started a 6-week 1/2 marathon training because I like a schedule. I don't know whether or not I'll run an official half marathon in 6 weeks, but I will get out there and run 13.1 miles either way.
I still think about the marathon on a daily basis. Of course I question if I could have/should have run it faster. I wonder during which miles I should have pushed a little more. I wonder if I really gave it my all. I certainly think I did. But maybe I could have done more.
These questions I did not expect. I didn't expect them to "haunt" me for days after the race. I guess the only way to put them to rest is to run another one! I really am planning on it, but for now, nothing in the works. Need to put husband and kids first for a little while. Not because they are asking for it, but because it's what feels right to me right now.
So those are my thoughts....
It is always a little lost feeling after something as huge as this! They'll go away....eventually!
ReplyDeleteAfter such a big accomplishment it makes sense that it would feel odd not to be living to a training plan. I'm sure you'll find your next target when it feels right.
ReplyDeletethat was the hardest part post marathon. Many people told me to find a plan after or train for something...you will find your way just give it time.
ReplyDeleteHa! I just read your comment. Cracking me up. Happy to be the object of your assumed crush ...
ReplyDeleteI'm in the same boat. I also just ran the National Marathon. I can't believe I'm not in "recovery mode." I think the hardest part about running a marathon in March is hearing about all the marathons in April. I soo wish I could be in Boston this year.
ReplyDeleteStill trying to figure out what to do with my extra time. Not a fan of the post-marathon blues. Check out my race report: http://www.gottatryit.webs.com