It’s been quite a month.
There was some tapering going on. The IMT Des Moines Half Marathon went off much more smoothly than I could have ever anticipated. And, there’s been some recovery.
That said, there’s a few ‘fessions I need to share before October comes to a close…
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Oops, I did it again.
Actually, I did a lot of things (again) that I’d done before, at this year’s IMT Des Moines Half Marathon.
This is an event I’ve run many times prior. Fortunately, as in many years past, I got to enjoy ample sunshine. Also, as in many times prior, I had to deal with colder-than-ideal temps (in my opinion), as well a very wicked wind. And, although I had logged several long runs, I really hadn’t followed a focused 13.1 training plan. Sound familiar?
The 2025 edition of this favorite race was different, though. There was the usual rush of endorphins at the finish line, but they were more overwhelming than usual. This time, those sweet feel-good vibes weren’t from running (and finishing) an especially fast race. Instead, I was almost overcome by the ironic strength I’d felt while persevering through a heavy dose of doubt, all while babying a few compromised body parts…
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Recovery:101
Yes, indeed, it was a solid seven days of disciplined recovery in my world this week. Well, technically it was active recovery, because I’m not that disciplined to sit still, LOL.
I did stay out of the running shoes, though, and did more stretching and massage gun therapy than usual. That’s a huge win for me!
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Tapering. For a big race (that I procrastinated on registering for). Yeah…
Let’s just say this taper came at an opportune time (and isn’t that the plan?). Since I’ve done upwards of 60 (?) half marathons, I’m guilty of taking the distance slightly for granted (#MyBad). Because of all the cross-training I do, though, I think I’m pretty much in year-round half marathon shape even if I’m not logging excessive year-long weekly mileage (#MyGood).
Those are the thoughts and rationale that sustained me during this week leading up to the IMT Des Moines Half Marathon…
I really could get used to this.
The extended summer bliss, that is. Rumor has it, though, this bliss may soon be ending…so I’ve been careful to cherish every waking moment while it’s still here.
That’s pretty much the story with this past week’s fitness endeavors…
Well, how do you like the heat?
Most know I’m a fan of all things summer. The calendar now says “Fall,” but I’ve been basking in all kinds of Summer.
Even when the temps are toasty, I’m still taking my “coffee” hot, LOL. And, let me clarify, by “coffee,” I’m drinking foo-foo cappuccinos (and not actual coffee).
Alas, we have a new month in front of us. There’s no better time than now to gather for a coffee talk.
Shall we?
