Competition driving us all

It was interesting to see the competitive spirit of the distance squad emerge today. Friday fun day in no way limited our drive to win. In fact, the dodgeball game and relay races seemed to heighten our prideful streak. A non-competitor in any coordination rlated sport, I stood in the outfield kicking grass and hoping to avoid the ball while simultaneously watching other d-squaders throwing up their hands when we made an error. Occasionally I would throw out the expected trash talk or yell at the ref (the rather biased mid distance coach...) but otherwise was content to contemplate the competitive drive so present in distance runners. As I said before, we are a different breed, and that fact is evident whenever we step up to compete. Despite the surprising intensity of Friday fun day, it really was an enjoyable practice. My relay team was goofy but in all ways superior to the others: our somersaulting, leapfrogging, and wheelbarrow racing brought us to victory multiple times (if you don't catch the vein of sarcasm, it should be noted that the Up Dawg team didn't actually win). However, two hours of laughter and casual competition was exactly what the doctor ordered after my disappointment of a race, and the girls on my team put me in a great mood for the weekend. We gave all grown so much closer within just the first few weeks of practice. These girls continue to make my day, and can even put a positive spin on Friday running. With that, I will conclude this short Friday post. Have a great weekend, and remember, make good choices!