It was exciting and challenging. You adorned yourself in new gear, Googled running tips, programs and races, achieved a new personal record at every race, and best of all, the excess pounds just melted away.
Well, time has trickled by, the peace you once achieved during long weekend runs has become more of a chore than meditative movement, new gear has worn your wallet thin, those personal records are at a standstill, and no matter how many miles you run those last 5 pounds seem to have applied for permanent residency.
When you feel powerless in your training, stuck...
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