Running Beyond My Physical Limits

We should all take more breaks from running.

The depth and accuracy of self-reflection when we're not running is incomparable. When we're training or racing, we're in a constant state of euphoria. It's almost like a trip. It's so intense that we often disconnect from ourselves. A break from running forces us to look back and look inside. That's exactly where I am right now.

Here’s what I found so far.

I ran beyond my means.

I think I know the various factors that ultimately led to the irritation in...