Imagine if you will, a life without running.
Maybe you can.
I've given it some thought. I've had a tough go of it this summer. I've finally conceded to this relentless PF and pulled back on my mileage and my pacing. By doing so, I've lost a lot of fitness. Combine that with the heat and humidity of summer and my runs have been really tough.
I miss those easy 8-10 milers that I normally run on the weekends.
I miss the fast paced 5-6 milers I bust out during the week.
I miss training for a race.
Right now, I'm happy if I can finish 4 miles without stopping to walk.
I blame the weather and PF but is there more contributing to my problems with running?
Is this the inevitable slowdown that comes with aging? Can I accept that? Should I just hang up my shoes?
People do stop running as they get older. The proof is in the numbers. When I moved from the 45-49 age group into my current old lady group, the drop in the number of participants was dramatic. Arthritis happens. All that wear and tear on the joints takes a toll.