"I've got a case of the MUNDAYS..."

Have you ever heard that saying? It used to drive me crazy... partly because it was annoying, and partly because there was some truth in it. However, it hit me yesterday. I actually DID have a case of the "Mundays." But instead of it being a bad day, I realized that I enjoy "Mondays."

Why? I'm now on my 10th week of running. Can you believe it? With Sundays devoted to my long runs, Mondays are always my "rest" days. I am so beaten down/sore these days that I REALLY enjoy my off days. And given that I only have 2 (Mondays and Fridays), being off is like a mini-vacation!

On Sunday I ran 7 miles, and I felt every mile of that! Yesterday, having the day off, I went home early and enjoyed the evening sunset: Walked around my backyard for the first time in a while, fed the birds, took the trash out, etc. I ate a snack before a healthy-portioned dinner. Enjoyed a few beers. Worked on my website (attempting to spruce it up this week). Watched several T.V. shows.

The point is, I love Mondays! I get to take a day to myself. No running schedules to manage. No inevitable soreness or recovery to deal with after a long run. No feelings of being rushed. I'm sure others have similar feelings. But to me, having a day to "Regan" is just a good day all-around.

For those not running, you're lucky! But for those who do run, remember to take time to yourself on your off-days. It really does reduce the mental fatigue...