Running — Part VII — (What’s the Story) Morning Glory?
I’m finally starting my marathon training, beginning in Week 2. The reason for the slight delay is that I had a procedure on July 12, 2024, and I initially thought I’d be fit to start my training on the following Monday, July 15. I didn’t anticipate needing as much recovery time as I did, but it’s all good now; there’s nothing to worry about. I’ll be training for the 2024 TCS New York City Marathon, which takes place on Sunday, November 3, 2024.
But this post isn’t just about my delayed start (though I’m not complaining). It’s about music and new beginnings.
The title of this post is inspired by a beautiful album by Oasis, an album I listened to endlessly in high school. It’s a classic in my eyes. I usually listen to Oasis and Noel Gallagher’s High-Flying Birds when I run, as their BPM matches my running style (and I love Britpop).
Recently, I watched a YouTube video in which Noel discussed this album. I learned the story behind its name and decided to start my training by listening to this album during my first easy run next Monday morning.
I was thrilled with both the album and the run: a 50-minute easy run from the Brooklyn Navy Yard to Kent and Franklyn in Williamsburg and back. It was a pleasant surprise to start with such a nice, easy, but not too short run. Week 2 is shaping up to be interesting, with two Easy Runs, one Hill Workout, a Long Run, two Recovery Days (where I’ll practice Ashtanga), and a Rest Day (where I might do some yoga, though I’m not entirely committed yet).
I’m excited to finally start this training. I’ll update you on how the week goes, how the runs and yoga sessions unfold, and how I feel about this slightly delayed beginning.
Do you listen to music when you run? If so, what kind of music? If not, why not? What do you focus on during your runs?
