Diddly December

[Mid Life Crisis Marathon Man]

Christmas Cheer

The lead up to Christmas is a crazy time to start a new training program, but that's what I've done: I've ruled a heavy red line under the training log; donned a new pair of running shoes and have a whole new world of pain to look forward to. Today, for the first time since May I was able to run for a full half-hour at something approaching regular training pace, and whilst it was hard going, it also felt great. The pain in my left foot no longer bothers me, although it's still there, laying in the corner like a dying mongrel, whimpering still but no longer able to get up and bite like it did, or to even snarl. It's days are numbered, and so it's time for a new bout of optimism.
 
My goal is simple - to run regularly and have half an eye to perhaps running the Sydney Half Marathon again in May. It should be straightforward, and I'm feeling good about it after so many weeks of pessimism.

And the new shoes feel good, too.