One Week Later

I haven't had much to say on the blog this week, hence the lack of posts (other than photos) after my race report. While I feel a sense of relief now that it's over, I've also been dealing with some post-marathon blues. After putting so much of my time and energy (and heart and soul!) into it over the last several months, it's a little sad to say farewell to a marathon training cycle. It reminds me of the days following my wedding - Wow, that was great! But now it's all over.

I've had lots of time to think about the race and answer to people asking not just how I did, but how I feel about how I did. I can admit that there have been waves of disappointment that I didn't hit my A or B goals, but I can easily say that I am pleased and proud. It was a PR (and a big one) and felt amazing - what more can I ask for?

I've taken the time to recover this week, running only twice. I've used the extra time to analyze my time via McMillan's Running Calculator, plan my next race/goal and even painted another room in our house.

Starting this week, it's back to business. I need to refocus and take control of my nutrition, get back into my running routine and re-activate my gym membership so I can start taking fitness classes again (I did this last fall/winter as well).

Watch for posts on all of the above soon. 'Til then, I hope everyone had a great weekend! I'll be catching up with all of you tomorrow.

Back to the grind...

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