Zugsptiz 100km Again...Just no Running!

Being Realistic & Smart (is no fun):

Yeah, so the Zugspitz Ultra trail is in 10 days away! I have been looking forward to this race all year. I had so much fun last year and I couldn't wait to run it again. You can read last year's race report here on my blog. I love the organization, PlanB that puts the race on. They put on a lot of races here in Germany and they do such a great job. Unfortunately, I won't be running this time around. I'm just not ready yet. I could go out and run it and I know I would finish but it just wouldn't be my best performance and since I just had my PRP injections 6 days ago, I don't want to rush it and set my healing back even further. I hate that I'm making this decision but I know it is best.

Adapting & Finding Positives:

I've asked the race if I could volunteer instead. I told them that I was very interested in taking photos and asked them if I could for the race. They agreed and said they will issue me press pass credentials...which is pretty cool. I'm excited for the opportunity to experience the race from a different perspective than I would normally. BUT, I know I'm going to feel a little sad to see all the runners go by and not be out there with them. Actually, it's going to be a little bit like torture. But, like I told the organization...I'll be back next year and I will make the podium again! ;)


The Big Picture:

The Ultra Trail du Mont Blanc is my main event for the year so I'm hoping to be able to train soon for that because August 29th will be here before we know it. This will actually be my first 100 miler. If I complete UTMB , I will be a true Ultra Marathoner! I hope I heal soon and can start training for it...yikes!