~ Runfessions ~
A collection of statements admitting
that one is guilty of a variety of running crimes…
It’s time again to join in on the fun and clear my conscience of recent running, biking, fitness, nutrition, and life in general faux pas. I know I’ll feel better when I’m done, and maybe, just maybe, I’ll give you a laugh or two in the process!
I runfess: This runner girl just got another new bike; specifically, a road bike to compliment my gravel grinder. I know, who am I? Ten years ago I would have scoffed at the idea because I stereotyped all cyclist to be as rude as the few who occasionally screamed obscenities at my running group when they rode past and we didn’t jump into the ditch out of their way. Yes, I’m exaggerating, but seriously, some of them were rude!
I runfess: I have my biggest runfession of all times so please sit before reading farther.
Are you sitting? Good, here goes…
Earlier this week, I created a women’s cycling club for my town. Yes, you read that correctly, I started a cycling club. Neither Bill nor my regular cycling friend could ride with me at 6 AM on Tuesday morning when I needed to go out so I had to ride alone. While riding, I came up with the idea of creating a Facebook group for area women cyclist to join so we’d have a place to reach out to find riding partners. We already have 14 ladies in our group!
I runfess: One Saturday while posing for a pre-ride photo with Bill’s cycling group, and then while standing around chatting with them after a really hard and hilly 45-mile ride, I realized that I’d found what I’ve been missing – the camaraderie of a group of athletes.
I’ve been injured so much in the last few years that I haven’t been able to join my running friends. Add to the mix that I’m getting older and slower while my twenty-year-younger running friends are getting faster, and we’re just not compatible running together anymore. I miss that…
I runfess: I just started running again (walk/run intervals) last week while at my mom’s house after an ongoing spine injury that’s had me pretty much sidelined from running since the end of December 2019. My runfession? As glorious and exciting as it was to run again, I was left feeling kind of meh. What I realized I missed more than running was the feeling of a really hard workout where I come home feeling completely spent, and so far with my walk/run intervals, I’m just not getting that kind of a workout.
There you have it, my most recent runfessions; and you can bet that it feels good to get another set off of my chest! See you next month in the runfessional.
- Questions:
- • What encounters have you had with “not so pleasant” athletes who weren’t willing to share the trail?
- • When you’re injured and can’t participate in your favorite sport, what do you miss most?
- • What are your runfessions?
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Today I’m linking up with Marcia at Marcia’s Healthy Slice for her monthly Runfessions linkup. Be sure to check out her blog and those of the other great bloggers linking up.
I really don’t enjoy the slow process of run/walk part of coming back from an injury. Its not until I can run a few miles straight that I start to feel good about it again! Thats awesome that you set up a bike group. I’m glad you are back to running and also have a group to ride with!
I’m looking forward to being through the recovery process and just running, but I do plan to go very slowly through the process. I don’t want to end up injured again.
I have most definitely had many encounters with rude cyclists. I think they’ve earned that reputation. All the best with your new bike and bike club! That’s so cool! You had me at lavender!
Yes, and it’s a very cool shimmery shade!
So impressed you started a cycling group! I think there are so many ways to exercise, the most important thing is to find the kind that lights you up. And that can always change!
I didn’t run this week mainly because the summer has just ground me down & spit me out. And quite frankly, it felt good. But I do plan to get out there tomorrow, way too earl and probably uncomfortably hot even though this weekend isn’t too bad (supposedly).
I’m not sure why I need to take such frequent complete breaks from exercise (well, still walking & some Yoga) lately, but I do — and I feel a whole lot better — at leas temporarily!
I also can’t believe you now own 2 bikes, LOL!
Oh, Judy, I hear you! This morning I just couldn’t do it. Even though I’d gotten a good night’s sleep, my body felt exhausted and I decided to give it the morning off. I skipped lifting all last week while visiting my mom and had thought that would give me the rest I needed. I was still cycling, walking/running, and doing my PT homework so in reality I wasn’t really resting. AND, I’m not getting any younger and can tell that it takes longer to recover. Here’s hoping we both get the reset we need.
Well I just love the idea of a female cycling group! Can’t wait to hear how it all goes. Let’s get a date on the calendar to ride. Enjoy your new bike!
I’ll message you and Coco so we can get a date on the calendar!
Well, when I was sidelined (three summers ago), and was only allowed to walk, it was a buzzkill…until I figured out I could power walk those “walks.” Granted, it wasn’t quite as fulfilling as a sweaty run in the summer heat, but it came darn close. Now I’m inspired to maybe pursue a biking group of ladies…hmmm…. or start one!
It’s hard to believe it’s been three years already!
Do it! I’m looking forward to some ladies’ rides!
I runfess, ok bikefess, that I’m jealous of your new bike! I love my bike but hey, who wouldn’t want a new one. It’s great that you’ve found your people, too! i’m definitely feeling more isolated this year.
It is pretty sweet switching from a gravel grinder to a road bike. I’m sure I’ll be pleased with how much easier and faster my rides are.
Woohoo! That’s so exciting. I was a reluctant cyclist, but I fell in love with it too. I miss the Conte’s group rides. Even though I think you tend to naturally social distance on the bike, they don’t want to take any risks these days. We’ll have to ride together soon
Can’t wait for our ride!
I love that you started a women’s cycling club in your town – that’s awesome! Such a great way to meet new people too.
Thanks, Kim!
While I can’t quite get on board with cycling, I am so excited for you! It’s so nice to find something that just works, and then spread the love to others. I can’t wait to see where this part of your journey taks you!
Thanks, Jenn!
Wow! That’s so exciting like big-time exciting. I am a cyclist. I do miss the group rides though. Even though I think you tend to naturally social distance on the bike (no thanks to covid-19), they don’t want to take any risks these days. Perhaps we can go for a ride.
Wow! I love it when things work out like that! It’s great seeing so many people getting into cycling. It’s a great sport for everyone and the more that takes cycling up the better.
2020 has been the year of cycling for sure!