I'm sure I've been through all 5 of these at least once, but number 1 ("this is a battle of survival") is the one that really gets me (and not just on race day)... I think we could spend a lifetime exploring the idea of elective discomfort, and the suspension of disbelief that usually goes with it (and sometimes the line between drama and melodrama is not so clear).
I knew I wasn’t the only one! Yes, that’s one of the most fascinating aspects of running for me, as well—what we choose to endure and what we choose to believe, considered separately *or* together.
As one 2.21-er to another: Thank you for taking the time to read, comment, and share!
I'm sure I've been through all 5 of these at least once, but number 1 ("this is a battle of survival") is the one that really gets me (and not just on race day)... I think we could spend a lifetime exploring the idea of elective discomfort, and the suspension of disbelief that usually goes with it (and sometimes the line between drama and melodrama is not so clear).
Also, thanks for the 2.21 link!
I knew I wasn’t the only one! Yes, that’s one of the most fascinating aspects of running for me, as well—what we choose to endure and what we choose to believe, considered separately *or* together.
As one 2.21-er to another: Thank you for taking the time to read, comment, and share!