So far so good...

1 mile and some change. Little League World Series on the TV. Hawaii vs. Georgia.

After yesterday's kick-off run I was worried about today.  My right hip-flexor was sore yesterday and my back was/is aching from X Train on Wednesday.  Thankfully today's mile on the treadmill went off without a hitch.

The Little League World Series game was interesting in the way it's interesting to watch a highly skilled predatory animal devour something helpless.  Hawaii hammered in run after run and Georgia looked like they just wanted to go home.  Eventually I looked at the waterfall out the window instead.

I have a hard time relating to the kids and parents that get involved in the highest level of sport at a young age.  It looks so stressful, like all the fun's been sucked out and replaced with unrealistic expectations and crushing consequences.  To be fair, I was never a competitive kid.  I played a few years of recreational league soccer through middle and high school but was never interested in practicing outside of the 1 or 2 times per week the team met on some scrubby field in North Raleigh.  I played my heart out each game but after every game I left my drive on the field.

I think that's what intrigues me most about keeping up this streak: I have a drive, something internal that's pushing me forward.  I'm genuinely excited about running and I can't wait for the next mile.  We'll see how long this honeymoon stage lasts but I fell really good about it so far and that's got to account for something.
The real test will come Sunday morning.

One last thing: my idea inspired someone else to join me.  Glenn, a member at the Y, decided to start his streak today.  A community--large or small--could be really helpful as the streak moves from days, to weeks, to months, to years. Want to join us?

See you tomorrow...

Ryan