It wasn’t a run for the ages. And many may argue, correctly I might add, that it was barely a run. But when feet met pavement this morning, I must admit, I was giddy like a schoolgirl going to a Bieber Concert, sans the high-pitched screams. OK, allow the truth to materialize, there were multiple internal woots!
Yesterday I was given permission to run. With provisions, of course. I was allotted twenty minutes; I had to run/walk; and I was ordered to take it easy. But… No “buts” and keep the “ands” and “ifs” to yourself, sayeth the good doctor.
Alas, I promised to abide by the rules set forth and this morning, just after 5 AM, under darkened skies and accompanied by a cool breeze, I stepped onto the cold cement. Barefoot.
Yup, I am bringing barefoot back. Alright, I am not bringing barefoot back per se; I am merely integrating it back into my running. Thus I figured now would be a good time since I will be slowly building my running back up. I am wise like that.
And so it went, run a few streetlights then walk a streetlight until I reached my predetermined turnaround point. Repeat until I reached the homestead. It was slow, but it was nice. In a month, I hope to have my groove back.
My streak stops at 47 days of no running.
Joy to the Run!
14 comments:
Hurray!! (And an internal woot of my own so I don't wake up my sleeping husband.)
Great way to start the weekend!
*woot woot woot* three quiet woots for you!
Just in time for the weather to warm up and barefoot to be mildly reasonable.
A great way to end a streak!! Woot!
Awesome! I'm curious to hear more about your barefoot . Trying to get more of that action myself...
Slow running is better than no running. It's a mantra to live by.
I'm glad you're back out there where you're supposed to be.
Yes to back to running! That is a lot of days without it. Your feet must be thrilled to be back at it.
That is such great news, man. Enjoy it!
Yay! Its a reason to celebrate and crack a brew!!
Congrats on giving your body time to fully recover, and on your sensible plan to re-gain your fitness. When you say "barefoot" do you mean that literally, or are you wearing VFFs? Just curious, as while I've VFF'd a few miles (loved it, and plan to do more) I was unsuccessful at running completely barefoot due to the tender soles if my feet.
I had an epic comment crafted but then blogger ate it rather than post it. That thought and that moment is lost forever so think about that during your next run.
Hooray! Welcome back friend, the streets have missed you!
Welcome back!
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