So...the race is in a month.
One. Month.
Oh sweet mercy. I need a lot of work between now and then. Here are some observations I've made since beginning the OFFICIAL training program.
* I definitely run better with a partner. I run 3 times a week to train, and since the training began, I've only run alone one time. I was a wimp. I need someone to encourage and push me or I just give up.
* While I did have some success in running a mile (or three) without stopping, this body was not made to do that on a regular basis. I have more success if I take some walking breaks throughout the run. I'm a very fast walker and it keeps me encouraged (and able to breathe!) when I can start running again without feeling like I"m going to die.
* All those Lamaze classes I took with Chris and Trudy during their childbearing years...are paying off. That breathing comes in ever so handy.
* I need to eat about an hour before I run. Running too soon after eating has disastrous results which we won't go into at this point in time. Running before I eat does not work. I don't have enough energy.
* You cannot run and cry at the same time. (Unless breathing is optional.)
* I need new shoes. NEED. Not want.
* I really do feel better - but don't tell anyone I said that.
* I have a lot of work to do in ONE MONTH!!!!!
2 hours ago
3 comments:
You should consider buying those new shoes now because if you just end up getting them near your run they may not get broken in and really cause you a problem during your race. You might have to walk with no shoes!! :)
Hang in there and keep putting one foot in front of the other.
Wow, a 10k?! I had no idea about this, Bekah. I'm impressed! As crazy as I am about fitness, I am soooo not a runner. I definitely agree about the eating thing before any exercise. No fun. :)
New shoes...purchased!!
Sarah - Well I'm no runner but I'm determined to do this so I can say I did it! :)
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