My biggest hurdle has been my recent bout of GI issues going into week 3, which was diagnosed as likely Irritable Bowel Syndrome. No matter what I do or eat, I CANNOT finish a run without a bathroom break. Which leaves me scared to eat before and during runs, which has me running on empty and making the long runs straight #strugglebus. Thankfully, I'm blessed with some pretty awesome running partners that are understanding. ☺️ But understandably, freaked out about running a marathon in 2 weeks and questioning PR hopes.
Skipping a workout here and there is happening more frequently. Often I justify it by telling myself I need sleep, I need to save my legs, or I'm running so much so it's ok. Or it's "just a recovery day," (which is sort of one of the most important.) But this should seriously not be that deep. Because a missed workout is just that. A missed workout. It's over. You missed it. Get over it and move on.
I feel like my body is falling apart and I blame myself. I never stretch or ice like I should. Again, probably the most important thing, but I tell myself I don't have time. My right IT band is a hot, hot mess and I have been disowning my foam roller. And let's just say I carry around Biofreeze in my purse with its importance right up with my wallet.
Thank you for those who listen to me to take the time to vent. And f you know me, one of my pet peeves is complaining about something without a possible solution. So I will put on my big girl pants and do something about. I will log my foods and avoid what irritates my stomach. I will stretch and foam roll. I will get it together and not skip workouts...and when I do, I will not beat myself up for missing. And when I feel good on a run, I will give it everything. I will stay positive, and have fun, because when this stops being fun, it's not wort it.
Only 15 DAYS to #BeMonumental...and I will be, somehow, someway.
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