The theme of my racing schedule for 2017 seems to have been “I might run that race. But probably not.” I was supposed to run 4 races in May, but due to circumstances largely outside of my control, I only ran 2. Since then, I’ve identified 2 races that I was planning to run, and then didn’t, either from lack of training or lack of funds.
And now, I’ve done it again. I will NOT be running the Charlotte Covered Bridges Half on Saturday. There are several contributing factors:
- The $55 registration fee just feels like too much to spend
- My recent foot niggles have caused me to miss several long runs, and I don’t feel prepared
- We are planning to see a show in Stowe on Friday night, and I know I won’t get enough sleep
I’m sure I could probably push through on the “under-trained” thing, but my whole intention in running a half this fall was to run it for time. And if I’m under-trained and unprepared, well, what’s really the point of paying for a race?
I’ve identified one more race for the fall that might work for me–The Leaf Peepers Half in Waterbury on October 1. It looks good because the registration fee is only $35, it’s relatively close, and it’s supposedly a really nice, scenic route. I’m going to continue running as though I will be racing a half on October 1, and if it happens, great. If it doesn’t, no sweat. There will be other halves at another point in my life where I’m ready to really commit to training.
Do you have any goal races on the calendar for fall?
I have been absent from the running and blogging world and pretty much feeling the same way as you – I say I will run a race and then end up not doing it. I’m running a marathon relay this weekend (just a 5.8 mile leg) and also pacing a half later this fall but don’t have any other race plans in the near future. Hope you are well!
Hey, nice to hear from you! I enjoy seeing your posts on IG but was missing your blogging. I hope you had a great summer and a good start to your school year!
I’ve stopped looking … too much other stuff going on for me to really think about putting the time or money into a race right now. I just can’t prioritize it at this point …
I know what you mean. This is the last chance, last try for me. If it doesn’t work out, it’s just not worth the time and effort to try again right now.
Leaf Peepers is a great name for a fall race! 🙂 A few months back, after failing to run my post-baby goal race, I decided to pick a fall race to be my comeback, in hopes that it would be motivating. But… yeah I never picked one. Maybe winter will be my race comeback? 🙂
Or maybe you’ll win the Boston raffle??? 😉 😉 I totally didn’t get around to commenting on your post but OMG how cool (and motivating!) would that be?!
Cool and motivating for sure, and also a little scary!