Rest, recover, review & reset

When you train 6 days a week as I do, I have to remember that rest is an important part of training.  After all I'm no "spring chicken" although as I approach my 60th, I'll be a "youngster" in that category (M60) and I'm looking forward to it.
This week has been complete rest following the Ring of Steall race last weekend due to work commitments meaning I was travelling during the week.  But that doesn't mean I've been doing nothing.  I've been conducting research with my fellow runners from URR and I'm working on how I can reduce the weight of my back pack and also I'm going to be used as a case study at a university who have a heat chamber.  I'm looking to build greater success from failure.  Failure doesn't phase me as if everything you do in life is guaranteed there wouldn't be any excitement, anticipation or nerves which makes the success even sweeter.
The continual review of your performance, your races and your training is essential as "every day is a learning day" and it's highlighted in every race.  Don't loose the learning.  Acknowledge what went well, what could have gone better and adjust your training accordingly.
Let the 2022 plan begin.  Hope you are doing the same!