tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7411028237459709692.post875301422458379750..comments2023-11-21T13:22:03.369-05:00Comments on Rebekah Speaks: Failure or transition? Or, maybe both?Rebekah Trittipoehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14317015166448407967noreply@blogger.comBlogger9125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7411028237459709692.post-10241744923018551242021-09-30T13:25:13.116-04:002021-09-30T13:25:13.116-04:00Shining Speidel- Thank you for your kindness. So m...Shining Speidel- Thank you for your kindness. So many thoughts still rummaging around in my head. Not sure what I want to do. Honestly, I usually feel exhausted on a daily basis. I LOVE the idea of glorious racing days ahead but not sure if I can commit- especially when my grandma role has become so important. There are only so many hours in a day. Maybe if and when I retire I'll be ready to take the time need to train properly.Rebekah Trittipoehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14317015166448407967noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7411028237459709692.post-53501892808296467572021-09-29T11:22:18.972-04:002021-09-29T11:22:18.972-04:00Oh, Rebekah. Thank you for your honesty. I'm w...Oh, Rebekah. Thank you for your honesty. I'm watching, listening, and learning from you, as always. Run on your own terms. Enjoy the mountains at YOUR pace. What a legacy you have set for those of us right behind you to be inspired by! I hope our paths cross again --- maybe in a a race, maybe not. Thank you. xo<br /><br />Shining Speidelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06603657245069192274noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7411028237459709692.post-67821187734917578552021-09-29T11:18:49.441-04:002021-09-29T11:18:49.441-04:00This comment has been removed by the author.Shining Speidelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06603657245069192274noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7411028237459709692.post-11998004701491200752021-09-27T11:53:18.521-04:002021-09-27T11:53:18.521-04:00This note is to send some encouragement to you. As...This note is to send some encouragement to you. As I ran this morning I thought about your post and wanted to send a few thoughts in case any are useful. (1) I Run Far has an "age old runner" series by Liza Howard that may be of interest. It is listed under "columns". I have enjoyed reading those interviews given my older age. (2) What about an experienced coach for a short time to change things up - particularly someone with knowledge of training 60+ yr old women (Jason Koop's group might be a place to look). (3) Since the first third of the race went so well for you, could you consider shorter races to get back in the groove? <br /><br />I recall hearing a Billy Yang podcast (I think) with Ann Trason. She spoke about how she shifted her running as a result of age/health. You have always been an inspiration to me and I hope you can continue finding joy in the effort.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7411028237459709692.post-90419326824036009912021-09-26T17:20:09.381-04:002021-09-26T17:20:09.381-04:00I know you don't want to compare yourself with...I know you don't want to compare yourself with others, Becky, but I hope you're not beating yourself up for not finishing. I think you are AMAZING!! You have ben through so much! Thank you for the candor and inspiration! The Lord's blessings on you, little sister! Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03504962672992796427noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7411028237459709692.post-41265619475370226492021-09-26T16:58:48.672-04:002021-09-26T16:58:48.672-04:00Anonymous- Suffering is guaranteed at any distanc...Anonymous- Suffering is guaranteed at any distance- 50K and 50 miles, 100 or more. I may need to pick my poison on my own terms for a season. Rebekah Trittipoehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14317015166448407967noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7411028237459709692.post-90069730459435769422021-09-26T15:43:57.484-04:002021-09-26T15:43:57.484-04:00But what about shorter ultras - like 50ks and 50 m...But what about shorter ultras - like 50ks and 50 milers? You can still test your endurance but finish in the daylight depending on the time of year. Blessings to you.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7411028237459709692.post-61456670611721520952021-09-25T15:39:00.218-04:002021-09-25T15:39:00.218-04:00Steve- Yes, age is not kind but vertigo...that is ...Steve- Yes, age is not kind but vertigo...that is actually a good reason to stop. I guess the memories we made will have to do. (PS- Still may do 100 miles but on my own conditions and with no pressure...just for the adventure! <br />LOL)Rebekah Trittipoehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14317015166448407967noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7411028237459709692.post-23798875918946387472021-09-25T15:24:28.450-04:002021-09-25T15:24:28.450-04:00Good post, honest. I could have written these exac...Good post, honest. I could have written these exact words last week after not finishing Grindstone. Vertigo took me out and the fact the 70 is a mere 5 weeks away, I'm also done. We had some good years, Rebekah...time to do as you said.Steve Perohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06233567281691642089noreply@blogger.com