still here running!

I know it's been awhile since I've updated this blog. I have still been doing my training. I don't run during the week, only on my Saturday training runs. I didn't run Memorial Day weekend since we went camping. So I ended up taking 4 days off and doing absolutely nothing. I did do my 9 mile run on my treadmill at home. That was on Saturday the 22nd of May. My shin was killing me so I ended up walking more than running. It took me 2 hours and 15 minutes. I can honestly say, don't try this. It was the longest 2 hours of my life! But I did it.

This past Saturday was our longest training run. 10 miles for those of us doing the 1/2 marathon and 20 miles for those who are doing the full. Or like I call them "THE INSANE ONES" lol just kidding, I have to give them credit they are all doing an incredible job!

After taking the time off, I felt pretty good, not discouraged like I had been feeling. I decided Saturday that I would just do what I could do; take my time and not push myself so that I didn't hurt my leg again. Guess what? It worked. I did my 10 miles in 2 hours and 10 minutes! I did the 5/3 split and when I got done, I could still walk. I actually felt really good. Like I used to feel when I first started this training. So, when I got home I iced my leg for good measure! The only soreness I had on Sunday was my calves were a little tight. I used this plaster stuff I got from a friend on my left calf and shin area, it's called Wu Yang Brand medicated plaster. It stinks really bad, but it works great. I left it on all day, for about 9 hours, and my leg felt great on Monday! So I went to amazon.com and ordered some more.

So, now I actually BELIEVE that I WILL DO THIS and IT WILL BE FUN! I was really feeling discouraged and thought that I would not be able to do this.

But like my mom told me recently: " you are just like your dad, once you make your mind up to do something.......you do it"! You know what, she's right!

till next time...........Rally On!