It’s about progress, not perfection

I got to thinking about my training for my first marathon when I running hills yesterday. In my head, I was going over the things I ought to change.

One thing I will not do again is…. run a trail half-marathon a month before the race. I refuse to get injured.  

This time around, I find I am not battling with self-doubt as much. My biggest challenge is believing in myself. Without no support system, I can get down on myself. I feel confident because I know I can finish.

But my goal is no longer “just to finish.” I want to finish strong and faster. I have a lot a work ahead in the next 10 weeks to make this happen.

In all honesty, I’m off to a good start. My diet is cleaner and greener. And I am getting even more consistent with my training as the days and weeks go by.

I still have a long way to go with my tempo runs but I know it’s just a matter of time (and better weather).

Although I’ve only been doing Crossfit for less than 2 months, I feel stronger when I run. It’s probably all in my head but I feel good. I know if my body is sore today, it will be stronger tomorrow.

(Yes, I know in my last post I was was whining about my progress. I’ve come to grips that it will take time.) 

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