I miss running on my day off...

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2 years ago 10/24/2021 9:15pm EDT

Halfway through my long run (usually 11-13 miles) on Saturday I'm always wishing for the day off on sunday because I just feel tired, but I still enjoy the run with my teammates and complete it. then on sunday (today) my off day I keep thinking about running periodically throughout the entire day (weather's nice where I am, feeling bored, sad, etc.)... running just puts me in a better mood and I feel sluggish and weird not running even though I know my body needs the rest after ~60 mpw weeks. Anyone else? How can you distract yourself and think of something else, because I was trying to study and I just couldn't concentrate. This is a serious question btw; I just feel less motivated/happy on my day off from running.

2 years ago 10/24/2021 11:14pm EDT

re: sttrunner20

I felt the same when I was in HS & College. I felt guilty about days off. Wish I didn’t and actually got the rest & recovery I needed. Would’ve been much better.

How do you not think about it? You can’t. But a hobby or girlfriend helps.

2 years ago 10/25/2021 11:43am EDT

re: iamconfused

iamconfused wrote:
I felt the same when I was in HS & College. I felt guilty about days off. Wish I didn’t and actually got the rest & recovery I needed. Would’ve been much better.
How do you not think about it? You can’t. But a hobby or girlfriend helps.

This is good advice. I wish I would have told my younger self the same thing & not have felt so guilty about missing a day here & there.

I don't think you need an off day every week. Maybe you could go every other week & keep that added day super short/easy. Maybe you do a short/easy swim or bike just to give yourself something to do. Maybe you just hang out with friends more & not place pressure on yourself.

2 years ago 10/25/2021 12:57pm EDT

re: sttrunner20

Maybe do some recovery & strength stuff. Very slow warmup jog, take your time stretching out, foam roller. Core & upper body. Get strong but not bulky with high reps.

2 years ago 10/25/2021 1:21pm EDT

re: sttrunner20

Feed the beast!

Go out for an easy 3 miles, its a no stress/no expectations run, if you feel like walking, then walk. If you don't feel like running at all, then don't. Only rule is do not overdo it. It won't delay/hamper your recovery.

If you are worried about injuring yourself, do a different activity. Recovery days don't need to be spent on the couch to be effective. Some would argue they shouldn't be spent on the couch.

2 years ago 10/25/2021 1:22pm EDT

re: sttrunner20

I totally understand what you are saying. I would happily run every damn day if I could. The rest days really are essential and makes your on days better. You can still obsess about running on your off day by browsing this site and researching training plans etc.

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