Uncertainity and the drive to win

I think it is the feeling of uncertainty that makes most of us nervous. However, without uncertainty there would be very little drive to achieve. Transition creates uncertainity. Ask any runner, even maybe the Kenyans, and they will say that before every long distance run, they feel cramps in their stomach. It’s the same feeling that you have before the biology exam in class ten. The result is usually bimodal – you either maintain your speed or do better (pass ) or you miss the timeline ( fail ). Failure only pushes you to work harder and correct the mistakes that you made during the last run like drink enough water, stretch harder or not eat panner a night before the run.

I did a fast paced two kilometer stretch last evening. I realized that the best way to increase speed is run with a similar motion to cross country skiing – use upper body power to push your lower body. Another thing I learnt after the run yesterday was the importance of consistent running. Take a break once in eight days but anything more than that is like ruining what you have built. At the same time, make sure that you don’t over train causing a burn out or injury.