Crank Opening @ Hiro Ballroom
We went to the Crank opening party @ Hiro. This was definitely the last nite to party hard before the big day. Running really brought the BAC-awareness in me. This is a good thing, at least my livers will love me for it. Btw, I hung out with Chicopea for a bit- she was there as well!
But seriously, I do enjoy getting crunked at a certain extent and yet it has been tough when there's 3-4 races a month and ever since taking care of the most important people in my life became my top priority. Even getting my arse up early on a Sunday morning to execute a long tempo run has been difficult. Overall, it all comes down to priorities and making wise decisions in scheduling the time for marathon training. In essence, it is never a win-win situation! I know I've said I won't be thinking about Boston; but clearly it has not been the case. Quite frankly, the nerves are kicking in as nothing I could do in my training right now would result in drastic improvements.
I know I'm guilty for downplaying the race simply because I'm not a huge fan of some runners mentioning "oh i qualified for this etc etc" and muttering the race on every single sentence of their conversation ad nauseum. Seriously we get your point and *blah blah blah...*?!? (J/K!!!!!); so pardon me: what do you think of the new citi-field? Did you get the new Mogwai & Utada album? Did you lose your faith in the NY Knicks? How's your tax refund coming along? :) Bottom line, it is not the olympics so there is nothing to be cocky about. I truly feel that if any runner can put the time and quality mileage into their training plus a sprinkle of self-belief, ANYONE can qualify for the race. To each of its own, they have every right to be proud and happy for themselves but for some, simmerin' down just a tad bit would go a long way.
In relation to that, I never share this with anyone but the thought of running a race that I've worked hard for is a feeling I can't describe on this blog. Maybe a feeling of accomplishment? Apprehension? Expectations? Unknown variables? Or maybe running the race without the most important people in my life? I don't know. I will have to find out on Monday. But one thing for sure...I am excited for the 20th as well as drinking like a fish in my post-race Sam Adams binging!!!! Furthermore, in a few days there's another marathon lined up. Once again, marathon training can be a vicious cycle, but I love it- Eff me!
Update: Shout outs to Jon for his comeback half marathon run at Cape Town with a 1:31 and Willis' 67 minute Cherry blossom run! Congrats!
Cheers,
Moz
But seriously, I do enjoy getting crunked at a certain extent and yet it has been tough when there's 3-4 races a month and ever since taking care of the most important people in my life became my top priority. Even getting my arse up early on a Sunday morning to execute a long tempo run has been difficult. Overall, it all comes down to priorities and making wise decisions in scheduling the time for marathon training. In essence, it is never a win-win situation! I know I've said I won't be thinking about Boston; but clearly it has not been the case. Quite frankly, the nerves are kicking in as nothing I could do in my training right now would result in drastic improvements.
I know I'm guilty for downplaying the race simply because I'm not a huge fan of some runners mentioning "oh i qualified for this etc etc" and muttering the race on every single sentence of their conversation ad nauseum. Seriously we get your point and *blah blah blah...*?!? (J/K!!!!!); so pardon me: what do you think of the new citi-field? Did you get the new Mogwai & Utada album? Did you lose your faith in the NY Knicks? How's your tax refund coming along? :) Bottom line, it is not the olympics so there is nothing to be cocky about. I truly feel that if any runner can put the time and quality mileage into their training plus a sprinkle of self-belief, ANYONE can qualify for the race. To each of its own, they have every right to be proud and happy for themselves but for some, simmerin' down just a tad bit would go a long way.
In relation to that, I never share this with anyone but the thought of running a race that I've worked hard for is a feeling I can't describe on this blog. Maybe a feeling of accomplishment? Apprehension? Expectations? Unknown variables? Or maybe running the race without the most important people in my life? I don't know. I will have to find out on Monday. But one thing for sure...I am excited for the 20th as well as drinking like a fish in my post-race Sam Adams binging!!!! Furthermore, in a few days there's another marathon lined up. Once again, marathon training can be a vicious cycle, but I love it- Eff me!
Update: Shout outs to Jon for his comeback half marathon run at Cape Town with a 1:31 and Willis' 67 minute Cherry blossom run! Congrats!
Cheers,
Moz
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