I am always saying when out on a run either by myself or with others "keep going your mind will quit long before your legs!" - but now I am not so sure.
I hit the road last night eager to run my comfortable five mile route but my legs did not make it an easy or enjoyable one.
Physically and mentally I felt I could keep going but my legs hurt! They felt like they wanted to drop off.
Every runner knows the feeling, when your legs feel heavy and like they're dragging.
It was awful.
The worst part was knowing I could do it. I pushed myself and didn't stop but all the way I was cursing myself for that stupid phrase - I now know why others hate me when I shout it at them!
I do still stand by it, your mind is weaker than your body but I have at least now learnt there are exceptions and this was one of them!
After a week off from running I think my body will be in tip top shape ready for a nice big jog!
Happy running!
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