This is the last week that I will be able to play disc golf
after work. Bill Frederick Park, my home park, where I play
every night will begin closing at 5 PM once Daylight Saving Time ends this
coming Sunday.
I’m already having withdrawal symptoms.
Playing disc golf has provided me with so much enjoyment
ever since I had surgery to remove my kidney last spring. At first, it was something to do to regain my
strength and endurance.
Then I was
practicing to prepare for 2013 World Championships. After that I was training for the
Southeastern Amateur Championships (SAC).
After the SAC, I ramped up the training efforts and have
been working hard to get stronger, and faster and more accurate with my
throws. I really enjoy the time spent on
the disc golf course. After sitting at
my desk at work all day, it is great to get outdoors and walk a few miles while
throwing plastic. Since my surgery, I’ve
logged 264 miles of walking/playing disc golf.
While I will still be able to play on the weekends, and will
thoroughly enjoy it, I’m going to miss being outdoors and walking and having
time to “be in my own head” while practicing.
I’m sure I’ll find something else, but it’s really hard to
stop doing something that is so good for you!
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