I planned a rest day today, but it didn't work out that way. I woke up at 5 am and it was a really beautiful morning, cooler than yesterday and a full moon. So, I decided what the hey, let's go for a short run just because I can. So I'm up, dressed and out the door by 5:15. It was still warmer that I like it but not intolerable like yesterday. My plan was 4 miles unless my legs complained too much, but I felt pretty strong and managed all 4 miles without much difficulty. I did take a break at the 2 mile point-my inlaws are on vacation so I'm feeding the horses while they're gone. So 10 minutes to toss some hay in the feeders and pet 2 little noses and I'm on the road again.
I realized today that I can finally really tell there's some improvement in my running. I remember when any run over 10 miles would kill my legs the next day; I would be walking like an 80 year old woman with severe arthritis all day long. And here I am doing a nice easy 4 miler the day after an 11 mile run. I'm coming to the conclusion that my goal with running is distance, not speed. I know I'll never be fast, but I have no idea how far I can run. It will be interesting to find out just what my limits are.
And here's where I spend my mornings:
Pugsley and me
About Me
- Tanya
- I'm your average, everyday, middle aged woman who runs, cooks, travels, shoots guns, plays with sporty cars, drinks wine, and generally pretty much enjoys life in central California. My blog will be mostly about running and my training. You will understand why I call myself the last place runner when you see my stats...
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In respect to sated broccoli, she just uses a little oil for the garlic and peppers and adds steamed broccoli for a few minutes. It's okay...
You're progressing so very fast, I have a feeling we're both going to be surprised how high you limits will be eventually!!
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