Things I learned in 2017

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  • It is okay to modify completely change your goals.

 

  • Waterproof sunscreen is mandatory while running marathons in hot weather, especially if you haven’t seen the sun for weeks. DA_d13aW0AAymO7

 

  • I run faster at midnight.  (note to self: check local race listings for Midnight 5k. Or create one.)

 

 

  • 13 Laps around my street is  5k. dec29

 

 

 

 

 

 

  • There is nothing more tranquil than Nature’s Surround Sound.20170828_124107

 

  • I have overcome my fear of being eaten by animals on the trails.  Sort of.

 

  • When running becomes a pain in the ass, it is time to find a good PT.

 

  • Massage Therapy is great for getting rid of that pain in the ass, and other tight muscles.

 

  • Massage therapists expect that you will be naked under that sheet.. even if you have just met.

 

  • Pilates is a good investment of time.

 

  •  Sex toys are disposable. Who knew..?  17499286_10154262554012461_7183271835563190544_n

 

  • This is not a new revelation, but I have a great Run Club.  Riverview Running Idiots Rock!  17800244_10154420441541024_8941869714555508828_n

 

 

  • I still hate windy days. wind

 

  • Trail Running is Fun
  • Trail Running is Hard
  • Trail Running is Awesome

 

  • Volunteering at local races is a great experience.

 

  • Protein bars with chia seeds is not a good fuel choice while running an Ultra. Those suckers swell in your mouth and taste like vomit.

 

  • Using the word Fuck like a comma really is a thing.

 

  • DFL ( Dead Fucking Last ) is something to be proud of. 22007711_10210499062455559_7344499634051432495_n

 

  • Mill Brook hill in Cape Chignecto is a bastard to climb.

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  • There are no strangers in the running community. Some of my biggest supporters are people that I meet during a race.

 

  • If you don’t get to the Start Line on time, they will start without you

 

  • You really have to bust your ass if everyone else has a 2 minute head start.

 

  • Squirrels get pissed off when invaded by runners during a race.

 

  • Squirrels can have a very accurate aim while throwing pinecones.

 

  • Snot rockets may be socially acceptable outdoors, but frowned upon at the gym.

 

  • Active Recovery is better than Inactive Recovery.

 

  • When binge eating after a marathon, avoid tainted seafood. #pukeallthefood

 

  • I am stronger ( more stubborn?) than I thought I was.

 

  • Running is cheaper than therapy, and just as effective.

 

 

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