I had strained my back playing basketball with James. It didn't feel super bad like a slipped disc, more like a muscle strain... I hoped.
I gave it a few days to heal with an ice pack then decided to run. I was going for the 100 miler, but my head was full of work stress.
The Race
My back felt very slight soreness at first, then I forgot about it.
I ran 10 miles at first, then decided to walk to pace myself for the 100 miler.
My head started to be full of work stress. I decided no 100 miler today. I thought about pulling out at 25k...I could register for the race and get credit. But I thought that was complicated and weak.
So I plodded on, going for a marathon to make something of the day. I ran I think a total of 16 miles, walked 10. Slow, but a finish. The pace didn't throw off my overall pace for the year.
Reflections
I need to work on managing my work-life balance and stress. It's okay when I have a virtual race and can adjust goal, but for real races there is one shot.
After the race, I did some work and felt better.
I need to work on peace and serenity.
Still, the marathon finish was good.
Still, the marathon finish was good.
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