I went for my second run (4 miles) yesterday since taking 2 full weeks off to let my injury heal up. It was my first outdoor run as my other run took place on the treadmill. I am happy to report no pain! Whoo hoo!!
It's been a pretty sad month for me in regards to running. Two full weeks off (one week of pretty much nothing at all exercise related as it all seemed to bother my shin) and the two weeks prior only consisting of a 6 mile run one week and one 6 and one 4 mile run the next. I can't believe I ran 26.2 miles only 3 months earlier. I'm so bummed I've lost all that training but life happens and I need to get over it, pick up and move on.
I pretty much ignored my running life these last two weeks and avoided all running reminders (hence not much activity here) and that seemed to help me avoid the temptation to run sooner than I should. Of course, a camping trip and family visiting helped occupy my time, too.
The good thing about taking time off is I am now quite ready to begin training once more. I feel fresh rather than burned out and anxious to see how I can push myself for my 2nd marathon. I will begin to slowly build my mileage base back up these next two months and will begin my offical training in late August. I'm excited!
On a sidenote, I signed my 10 year old daughter and myself up for the Seattle Aflac IronGirl 5K race in September. Even though it is only a 5K and will be run at my dd's pace, I felt a rush when I clicked the registration link. A race is a race and they all bring a certain special thrill. It will be fun to spend some time with my daughter "training" together for what is her big race of the year. She was genuinely excited to run this race again. When I told her we were official she smiled and said, "Cool!" I totally agree!
A blog about running and how it drives me forward to a healthier and happier life as well as to a closer relationship with Christ - Life Himself. Hopefully, it will make you think, laugh and inspire you all in one!
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