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Just looking for some reassurance that everyone feels this way at some point and that this horrible feeling will pass.
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For the 3rd day in a row, I didn't want to run. So I didn't. I ran a HM last Saturday. On Sunday, Monday and Tuesday I did some very easy and short recovery runs. On Wed I started back on strength training and probably started back too soon as my knees hurt from too much squating. Not helping that my new shoes hurt my left ankle. I could come up with many other excuses and yes, I know all the little motivational stuff to get back on the horse as it were. Just looking for some reassurance that everyone feels this way at some point and that this horrible feeling will pass.
I ran my 20 miles last saturday and officially stated the taper this week.. I have started having all sorts of hip and back soreness, which I think is psedo-pain messing with me, but nonetheless, it has been really hard getting motivated for the shorter runs.. I have 12 tomorrow, which hopefully will get me back on track.
Jennifer mm#1231
Yep, it's normal. Escpecially after a race. You're entitled to a little rest after such a big event. Rest up, relax. Then pick another goal & get back out there.
madness baby
I don't know what your normal mileage is, but a half marathon would be a major effort for me (and for most people). Within the running community (i.e. talking to other runners) there's a tendency to downplay distances. A half is long freaking way.