Disappointment, Excuses & Motivation

I'm disappointed in my mileage last month. In January 2013 when I started this journey, I ran 71 miles that first month. Last month I only amassed 61 miles - my goal was to at least hit 71 & shoot for 80.

I have heard and said many times - 'excuses are tools for the incompetent'. So here goes - I only ran 12 days in January. We moved in January, classes started back, I was sick for over a week, and it was freaking cold. Tools or excuses it made for a difficult January. On the morning of 1/31, I had only run 50 miles. I did pull a 10+ mile run that morning in the snow and cold to at least make a final push for the month.

If bridges ice before roads, they must also thaw last

I'm a big fan of putting your goals out there so you can be held accountable. For February, I need to run 94 to match Feb 2013 + the 10 miles I was short in Jan + extra kick-ass miles. Let's hope for warmer weather.

Also in February, we have 2 more beaches planned - Holden and Oak Island. If you're interested in joining, let me know.


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