I started fast this morning. I was kind of cooking. Which, for me anyways, could mean a 9:45 minute mile. I have no idea how fast I was running because I was not keeping time. I was running sans tech. It was great for about 2 miles, tough for about a mile and a half and then manageable again for the final two. Not to sound like a broken record (too late) but this shit ain't about stability.
Once again I realize that every run is different and once more it dawns upon my thick skull that one can motor through most discomfort by acknowledging that it's there and not giving a flaming crap. Tara Brach, a Clinical Psychologist who also leads guided meditations via her podcasts, speaks of four steps to embrace being overwhelmed and I think these steps are very relevant for runners. She uses the acronym RAIN and speaks with MUCH more eloquence than I can muster. But anyways, here it is;
Recognize what is going on
Allow the experience to be there, just as it is
Investigate with kindness
Natural awareness, which comes from not identifying with the experience
I kind of like the I. My usual proclivity is to investigate with mortar rounds and strafing fire....
If you want a full break down read this article -
Another interesting thing about this morning was that it was 65 degrees! That is the hottest weather that I have run in by, like, 25 degrees. It was THICK with humidity and its not even July!!! I think water is going to start playing a much more important role in my life during the upcoming months.
Ok. I need to drink my smoothie. And STRETCH.
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