Let me first apologize for the lack of writing over the past six weeks. I intend to pick it up again. A lot has changed since I've last written in earnest, but you can count on the fact that we have still been getting after it.
The first big change is that Darwin Price has left St. Louis to pursue boxing based in California. He is with a great team that is providing him with the resources to be successful as a pro boxer. Unfortunately that means we may never know how fast Darwin could have run with us here at Steady State. In a short time we saw some huge gains and we're just getting to the time of year when the big meets in our area begin to take place. I honestly think that with another year we would have seen Darwin go sub-4 in the mile and run a minute faster for 5K. That said, I also think boxing provides the better financial opportunity as well as more resources for him to succeed. He will be successful. I really enjoyed my time with Darwin and am pleased with what we accomplished without much as far as resources. That said, thank you to everyone who did help us out. He is also someone who has become a great friend and I am so thankful that because of running the two of us were brought together.
Another big change is that three weeks ago I changed jobs and am no longer working within the running/race timing industry. Without offering much detail the change is huge positive for me and provides a lot of opportunity I would have otherwise not been privy to. Simply put, it's a much better fit. The job has been great so far and I am glad to report I've been running just as much as before. I've started running quite early in the mornings during the week to get to work on time. It can be hard getting out of bed but it feels much worse running late after work especially as it is getting hotter. The funny thing is I've been running extremely well as of late. My mental aspect due to the job change has been much more positive and this seems to have translated into some great runs.
Other Updates:
Mark Spewak is training for Grandma's Marathon and without a doubt is in the best shape of his life. We worked out a plan that has him stronger and more confident than I personally have ever seen him.
The group will likely be expanding in the next few weeks as a few old friends are moving to the area. We should have some guest bloggers contributing there thoughts on running and life too. We should have a contingent of guys and maybe a gal up at the Steamboat Classic in Peoria, IL next month. Steamboat is one of my favorite races and its one that I never miss.
I'm excited to see the group develop and hopefully we can continue to help each other pursue running related goals while living balanced lives. More details will certainly follow so please stay tuned. A lot has changed and will certainly continue to do so. As things change you have to adjust to pursue balance in life. Thanks for reading and look for more from us in the near future. Run Steady!
