I need inspiratian how or where can i get it???

Question

im going to be in 11th grade this fall i have had expirences that not so many ppl get but i dont feel like i'll reach my running goals, i was the best runner in 8th grade but i guess that got to my head and didnt train at all and then i didnt improve as much, and this year i felt like im loosing my love of running im surrounded by great athletes and i want to be great again but i cant seem to get going and be on top again. i cant seem to give up either i just cant, i kinda want to but something just doesnt let me i know the price of victory is high and so are the rewards but i dont know ): im getting depressed

Answer 1

there is a movie called without limits which is the story of Steve Prefontaine. i think this would inspire you. I know Lance Armstrong is a cyclist but he is a very inspirational man. The book 'its not all about the bike' is a great one to start with. I hope this helps inspire you.

Answer 2

Ask yourself some questions: are you running for fun or for glory?  What initially motivated you to run when you started in middle school?  It sounds like you need to find your love of running again.

I was once in the same situation, where I only ran because I felt obligated to finish running out the year and was not considering returning to the team the following year.  This was 2004 and the Olympics were on.  I watched the track and field portion (as well as some swimming) and I realized on how excited I got watching them compete that it made me motivated towards the upcoming year, because I remembered I loved competing and the feeling of running my race.  The excitement of competition.  And it motivated me.  I don't know if it will do the same for you, but  I recommend watching the Olympics this summer if you can, or at least follow them in general.

If you can't, here are some other suggestions:

Find another sport to do over the summer.  Try swimming, cycling, kick-boxing, volleyball, SOMETHING ELSE BESIDES RUNNING.  It'll let you focus on something else while staying in shape for the upcoming school year and help you feel happier because you're active.  If you don't return to running afterwards, that's ok, because you found a new passion and motivation that is still keeping you active and happy.

Importantly, only focus on what you do, and NOT what others do.  Don't get frustrated, just try to learn from mistakes or events and let it help you become a better athlete.  It's hard, but it's doable when your mind is a little more at ease.

Good luck.

Answer 3

take it one day at a time

Answer 4

Hello,

Being the best is a hard goal.  Doing your best is the perfect goal.  You've got 3 months until the XC season is in full swing.  Take advantage of it.  Log in 3-5x a week of running.  Start out low intensity - longer mileage.  Work in some speed works out by early August.  Don't do too much too soon.  Check out the pages below for good speed workouts.  Do your best...don't give up.  You'll get back your love of running when you cross the finish line knowing that it took everything that you had.  Happy running!

- Mike