I have been in serious need of running motivation.  While I enjoy running everyday (well mosts days), I find myself lacking the motivation that comes when training for a race.  When training for a race, I am so much more motivated to get out and go and push my body to its limits.  Recently, I have been averaging around a 9-10 minute mile which is slower than my usual 8 minute pace.  While it feels good to listen to my body, I feel the need to push a little bit harder than I have been.  This afternoon, I decided that enough was enough and I am getting back in training/race…