So what goes on in your head? A race’s worth of internal dialogue…

Posted In: Running August 27th, 2014 divider 2 Comments »

I often get asked about what goes on in my mind, especially in long(er) races. It’s a rollercoaster of emotions usually for me really but here is a sample of some thoughts from a recent race:

• Wow, that’s a lot of folks, I hope I don’t finish last…
• Coolio, let’s do this!
• Some of these folks look very fit. Maybe they should have a burger…
• This is fun!
• Why did I get up early for this?
• Beautiful day!
• Who’s that cutie? Let’s hope she slows down a bit…
• Wow, is he going to run with the poles all day long?
• Nice lake, maybe I’ll go for a swim after. I forgot another pair of shorts so I guess not.
• A lot of these people need help with their form!
• I feel great, who needs training?
• I should speed up
• Let’s hope I can outrun some of these folks if a bear shows up
• Is that guy going to wear his backpack like that all day? It hurts me just to watch him . Chafe city!
• A nice breakie with eggs and bacon would be nice after. And coffee. Need more coffee.
• I wonder what is going through these people’s minds?
• Am I mid pack?
• How many calories do you think I’m burning on this run?
• How’s my form?
• I’m tight in my shoulders, let’s relax that. Elbows low and back.
• I’m so glad I got up for this!
• It’s weird being the heaviest runner here. Maybe I should drop some weight to help with my times…
• Are we there yet?
• How many steps will this run bring me?
• This HR monitor cannot be accurate…
• I’m glad I didn’t bring any water, I feel good and light
• I’m hungry, I could could go for a nice breakfast sandwich
• Where did these hills come from? I don’t remember these on the way out…
• Relax your ankles Eric
• Why not a short walking break. No need to be a hero, I’m teaching later…
• I should have trained for this
• Just another half hour of ChiJogging…
• Am I going to be late for my course later?
• Who ordered the hills?
• Is there coffee at the finish line?
• Maybe I should have brought water with me
• BACON! Or anything really…
• Is it over already? :)

It’s not always pretty or PG13 but you asked for this!

What is the weirdest thought that went through your head during a long run/race? I’ve had some pretty good ones over the years…