after hitting an extended fitness/weight loss plateau during 2nd half of 2011, and suffering with a mild heel/tendon injury for too long, I took an extending break from running after completing 10 months of training and 3 half marathons.
I think the HM's took thier toll on my confidence though, as although I completed them all, the last few miles were really tough, and on a hilly course (Windsor) I could barely mustre a jog.
Cue a 2 month break (originally intended one month), and cue 1 stone weight gain.
So hit the road again last night, and I feel like ive lost 80% strength (despite continued cycling) and all the enjoyment. It was a sheer slog fest, battling against every fibre willing me to stop.
Someone please tell me it will become awesome again, and soon. For motivation I signed up for another HM yesterday.. only 8 weeks to go.
