This is coming from a place of encouragement... On your last video, I commented that I broke my ankle on the same course. I was out for 6 months, needed 4 screws in my ankle to repair the fracture. I worked very hard in my rehab and made it back into respectable shape. Right as I was about to prepare to race again, I told the coach I was done and transferred to go to school with my friends and quit running. I always did running because I was good at it and enjoyed competing, not so much because I enjoyed the running part. Same general thoughts as you; I wondered what I was missing out on because of running. Honestly, I regret it. There is plenty of time in life to enjoy the things outside of your sport. But I look back and wonder how far running could have taken me. I had worked hard my junior and senior year in high school to become a Division 1 athlete. And I achieved that goal. I understand sports aren't everything in life, but you only have access to it for so many years in your life. You have many more years to make videos, take photos, earn money, etc. Sorry, I am rambling on. My advice is to really ponder this decision. You stated you took a week to come to this conclusion, which is great. I hope you take the time to recover from your injury and see where you stand at that point. If you reach the same conclusion, great. But I hope you don't close the door on representing NYU as an athlete for good at this time. That's just my 2 cents. I know I'm just a stranger on the internet, but I feel we were in similar circumstances as far as high school times and now you competing in college. I'm here for the content in whatever you choose to share! -36 year old washed up runner
I really appreciate you writing this. In terms of how long it took me to make this decision, it has been something that I’ve thought of for the past two years. I knew that running collegiately could be an option (and it was the path I chose) but that it would really take what I enjoyed away from me. That was being able to build businesses, meet people within nyc, and get to travel and have fun. While I get what you’re saying in that I’ll have the rest of my life to do these things, running brought me little fulfillment and at the end of the day that is why I put it down. I’m grateful for what the sport has given me, and regret nothing about doing it, just think that it was time to part ways in a competitive sake. Beyond injuries I’ve also had dietary issues because of it which I haven’t mentioned before which is also a large part in my decision. I’m more excited about the opportunity to pour into others lives by having time on my hands, but either way running has been a journey I’m grateful to have been a part of and will continue to do in the days, years, and decades to come. I really do appreciate your support and definitely love seeing other opinions, means a lot.
Fully agree. Haven’t been happier with a decision knowing it was best for me. Getting to lean into things that make me a lot happier and I would assume you are doing the same. Not an easy path to go down but it’s worth it in the end
For what it is worth, I ran all 4 years (cross country and track) in college and I did not enjoy my college experience as much as a result. Best of luck on your bright future. You will do great at NYU. I hope you enjoy your time in college!
I get what ur feel man I swam a bunch when I was younger and I had a period where I was working hard but I just wasn’t improving and I just stepped away because I wasn’t seeing improvements. I think I made the right decision to go to running but I get that you’re gonna step away from doing it competitively because it takes up a lot of time. Love ur videos brother
Yeah man, sports take a lot away from you. Definitely still planning to run, just don’t want the sport to take away the life I had. Really appreciate it
@@AsaFletcher yea it also takes a toll on ur body and it’s good to step away for a bit and focus on some bigger stuff like what you really want In life
God got you dawg just trust his plan for your life and just seek him out
Appreciate your comment
This is coming from a place of encouragement...
On your last video, I commented that I broke my ankle on the same course. I was out for 6 months, needed 4 screws in my ankle to repair the fracture. I worked very hard in my rehab and made it back into respectable shape. Right as I was about to prepare to race again, I told the coach I was done and transferred to go to school with my friends and quit running. I always did running because I was good at it and enjoyed competing, not so much because I enjoyed the running part. Same general thoughts as you; I wondered what I was missing out on because of running.
Honestly, I regret it. There is plenty of time in life to enjoy the things outside of your sport. But I look back and wonder how far running could have taken me. I had worked hard my junior and senior year in high school to become a Division 1 athlete. And I achieved that goal. I understand sports aren't everything in life, but you only have access to it for so many years in your life. You have many more years to make videos, take photos, earn money, etc.
Sorry, I am rambling on. My advice is to really ponder this decision. You stated you took a week to come to this conclusion, which is great. I hope you take the time to recover from your injury and see where you stand at that point. If you reach the same conclusion, great. But I hope you don't close the door on representing NYU as an athlete for good at this time. That's just my 2 cents. I know I'm just a stranger on the internet, but I feel we were in similar circumstances as far as high school times and now you competing in college. I'm here for the content in whatever you choose to share!
-36 year old washed up runner
I really appreciate you writing this. In terms of how long it took me to make this decision, it has been something that I’ve thought of for the past two years. I knew that running collegiately could be an option (and it was the path I chose) but that it would really take what I enjoyed away from me. That was being able to build businesses, meet people within nyc, and get to travel and have fun. While I get what you’re saying in that I’ll have the rest of my life to do these things, running brought me little fulfillment and at the end of the day that is why I put it down. I’m grateful for what the sport has given me, and regret nothing about doing it, just think that it was time to part ways in a competitive sake. Beyond injuries I’ve also had dietary issues because of it which I haven’t mentioned before which is also a large part in my decision. I’m more excited about the opportunity to pour into others lives by having time on my hands, but either way running has been a journey I’m grateful to have been a part of and will continue to do in the days, years, and decades to come. I really do appreciate your support and definitely love seeing other opinions, means a lot.
Going through the same thing right now, running was a way for me to grow, and you as well. Just have to focus on the things that are your calling now.
Fully agree. Haven’t been happier with a decision knowing it was best for me. Getting to lean into things that make me a lot happier and I would assume you are doing the same. Not an easy path to go down but it’s worth it in the end
This is huge dude! Stoked for you and to see where life takes you next. Love you buddy! 🧡
Big leap of faith, but trusting that it’s in the right direction
I’m excited to see what’s to come. ❤
I’m always your biggest fan.
Love you mom ❤️
really touching video asa, wishing you all the best
Thank you, means a lot
For what it is worth, I ran all 4 years (cross country and track) in college and I did not enjoy my college experience as much as a result. Best of luck on your bright future. You will do great at NYU. I hope you enjoy your time in college!
Yeah it definitely takes a lot more than it can give back. Already seeing how beyond running, I’m enjoying my time way more
Completely understandable, best of luck to you in the future 🫡
Thanks man! Gotta link up at some point!! Rooting for ya in outdoors
@@AsaFletcher fs 🤝 ill hit you if im ever in nyc
Here to support you no matter what the future is for you Asa! Love your content, keep going and remember it's okay to take a step back when needed. :)
Thanks Caroline! Means a lot
I get what ur feel man
I swam a bunch when I was younger and I had a period where I was working hard but I just wasn’t improving and I just stepped away because I wasn’t seeing improvements.
I think I made the right decision to go to running but I get that you’re gonna step away from doing it competitively because it takes up a lot of time.
Love ur videos brother
Yeah man, sports take a lot away from you. Definitely still planning to run, just don’t want the sport to take away the life I had. Really appreciate it
@@AsaFletcher yea it also takes a toll on ur body and it’s good to step away for a bit and focus on some bigger stuff like what you really want In life
@harrybarker9242 so true
Don’t give up Asa, you are a brilliant runner and I encourage you to keep going!
I appreciate that. Won’t be stopping running, just more so in a team organized way
So proud of you Asa. Love you lots and can’t wait to see what has to come for you
thanks cc, i love you and look forward to what in store too
You got this bro 🤞❤️
Thanks man!
Im excited to follow your next steps. Do what makes you happy and fulfilled.
Appreciate this, just the start to a new journey
You’re young. A lot of opportunities will come, new doors will open after closing the other
Couldn’t agree more
same exact spot in a sneako vlog
Ayy!!