Post-Race Blues

 Workout: NOTHING. Again. 

I think I figured out my problem...I'm sad. Even though my daughter is healthy & happy, even though I just wrapped up my first semester of being back in school with 5 A's, even though I just passed my first PRAXIS exam (1st of 3 national teacher education exams), even though I completed my 1st half marathon successfully, even though every area in my life is where I really want it, I'm sad because of one thing...I no longer have a race to countdown to. I google'd it and it's a legit thing that runners sometimes get, "The Post-Race Blues." For 8 months, I had a huge goal to work towards with lots training and dedication, & now I am left with NOTHING. It's so weird. I have no energy and a huge appetite. I just scarfed down like 18 fig newtons. Ugh.This is the closest to being depressed I ever wanna be. Our minds are so tricky sometimes.

So, I am revamping my fitness goal. I do not have to throw out $100.00 for another half marathon this year, I can wait until next year. Running long distance isn't the only way to feel healthy and happy, Cheurice. Working up a sweat every day in some way brings a form of happiness for me personally. So, new goal? To complete bodyrock.tv's 30 day challenge. I'm going to continue running 4-5 miles at a time a few times a week, but my long distance runs won't happen as often, if at all. I'm going to work on strength training and short/hill runs for the next 30 days. After that, I'll readjust & make a new short-term goal.

If you're also tired of feeling gross mentally and/or physically, then join me. Exercise & Clean Eating does the mind & body good! 

Water + Healthy Foods + 30 day challenge starting tomorrow...let's go!