My training has been much more relaxed, confident and consistent since I returned from Pittsburgh. I am no longer worrying about being injured. After taking a few days of walking, I have consistently worked out for five days in a row, admittedly at moderate levels.. It seems unbelievable, but may be true that I am one of the best middle distance 80 year old runners in the country! I have become quite motivated by this thought.

I found it interesting, and quite remarkable that my times at the senior nationals in Pittsburgh would have won the USATF track and field masters competition in both events. My friends at Shore AC told me I would be competitive, but I was not convinced. I should have had more faith in John Kuhi and Harry Nolan, because they’ve been running in the nationals, senior races for decades.

So, my legs feel good, my mind is right, my stats are solid and I’m going to be training as best I can for 5000 m and any middle distance races. I can find over the next few months. I feel very lucky.