Today is a day of rest. As much as I am itchin' to lace 'em up and get out there to get some miles in (and stay ahead of Marion and the pace bunny), I have to resist the urge. With race training, rest is as vitally important as getting runs in are. The body needs time to heal, restore, renew, and refresh, which this time of rest allows. My good friend and kind of a "running mentor" to me, Dianna, reminded me of this yesterday. She kinda felt that I may have been slower in my 10 mile race last Sunday because I had run too much prior to it and not properly rested my body as a runner should. I think she is probably right and, since she has been running for like 20+ years, I think I will heed her advice and fight the urge to go out today. Darn you Marion! I hope it's icy as can be in South Carolina today and you can't get out to run! Sorry, I digressed into a little competitiveness.
Heck, even Jesus called us to rest at times saying, "Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest." Matthew 11:28. Anyway, I am a bit weary today and my right leg a little sore, so like our most loved family dog in the pic above, Carsen, I will be physically resting today, and everyday in Jesus.
ps - Dad does not condone Carsen's sloth on the couch in the family room. He has his OWN bed and... he is not at his pappa and grandma's who let him sleep wherever he wants!
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Ah! A day of rest, mine will be this Sunday after a long run on Saturday... but not as long as last Saturday :)
Run strong and rest well my running friend. Thanks for the note!
Ahhh I love the doggie pic!!!! Wonderful shot!:) I'll have to see if I can catch Jack doing anything adorable like that. He typically sticks right near my feet, so much so that I invariably end up swearing at him throughout the day for not moving...poor guy. True dog love though, he never holds it against me:)
I'm tryin' not to go run, really I am!! I'm telling myself it's too icy, it's too cold, it's too miserable out there but man, it's so darn pretty!!!
Just don't hurt yourself if the footing is bad. ;-)
Hi: Found your blog from reading Tim Wilson's blog. I'm like you in that I am both a runner and a Christian--it was really nice to stumble upon your blog today!
Regarding rest...I think we all know we should, but we also tend to overlook it. I've been fighting an illness but still running--until today, when I crashed 3 miles into a 6 mile run. Now, I'm finally listening to my body. Just make sure you don't go that far, cuz it ain't fun!
Jim
I'm resting. I promise. really, I am. Tomorrow I only do 5 and then a quick 3 on Saturday. Rest. You're right...
I think the dogs have been secretly plotting to take over the couch...
Dave, looking at your race pictures...reminds me of my fatigued form. Your head is tipped back and shoulders tight. That's exactly what I do when I start to get fatigued. I have discovered it is an ineffective way to combat that fatigue you get when you are going all out. Try to recognize when you are doing this, and then relax your shoulders, relax your face, and drop your chin, think about keeping your core firm-not slouchy...see if you feel the difference. I practiced it during training and was able to use this during my last half marathon and felt like I got great results.
I know it sounds complicated but it's something to think about on your rest day. :)
or maybe nevermind me...maybe you're just tall and looking ahead, LOL!
All comments, constructive criticisms, tips, and pointers are always welcome, Jennifer! I try to focus on relaxing my shoulders and arms and have to constantly remind myself during a run to do this. So, keep 'em coming. I appreciate the feedback. ;-)
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