Allllllrighty then! After an "easy" week, it is definitely time to start training a little harder. A total of 6 miles last night, with 4 of them at a 9:40 pace - which for me is a pretty good clip. Remember, I run sloooowwww. Actually, last night's run was great. I maintained the pace just like I was supposed to, and since I was inside on the treadmill, I was able to breathe without huffing and puffing. My preference is to run outside whenever possible. When the humidity is high, I don't have a lot of choice thanks to exercise-induced asthma. Never had asthma until a couple of years ago. It is rather annoying, but went to the doc today and will be trying something new to see if it helps. Feeling very hopeful that it will work.
Want to say thanks to a friend for running 5 miles with me on Saturday. I happened to be in my hometown of Ottawa and sent a text message hoping to have a running companion on the Prairie Spirit Rail Trail. As it turns out, he was able to join me. We had a good run and some good conversation as well. I miss the trail - used to run on it all the time. Now, it seems kinda silly to drive for 40 minutes just so I can; especially just for a 5-miler. It is similar to running on the levee in Lawrence, soft (tiny gravel) and relatively flat. But the nice thing about the rail trail is the shade. In this weather it really helps.
This weekend - 12 miles! And next weekend - 14 - my longest run ever. Thinking the rail trail looks very attractive for those long runs. Especially if I can get out there early in the morning. Looks like this weekend I'll be on my own though. My friend in Ottawa said 5 or so is far enough for him right now. Believe I'll have company for the 14, if somebody who's hanging out on the East coast will get himself back here. :-) Except he will probably be on a bike instead of running. That's okay; I really appreciate the support and the company. There are also those days when I cherish the solitude of my long runs. It is often hard for some to understand, but it is wonderful stress relief; just me and my Ipod.
Looking forward to tomorrow evening as well. Supposed to do 2 easy miles. Planning to go run with the girls on the trail out at Clinton Lake. I'm so thankful for the friend who invited me to join them. Trail running is very different from pounding the road. It's nice to mix things up every once in awhile and the trail works different muscles. As long as I don't twist an ankle or break any bones, we're good.
And boy, am I looking forward to next week (too bad you can't hear the sarcasm) - speedwork... Although I love the payoff, and sometimes I actually enjoy the speedwork. It's just not usually my favorite. I'll do three one-mile repeats at just over a 9:00 minute pace, with 1/2 mile jogs in between. Those speed intervals are really good training (I'll just keep telling myself that). They really are. :-)
Spent a little time this morning with part of the Safe Sleep team. It is really exciting to talk about all of the opportunities for helping to spread the message. Looks likely we will be able to share the video statewide (and maybe further...???). It is such a blessing to work with such enthusiastic, creative individuals who are committed to children's safety! Once again, I am so thankful for this opportunity to help make a difference in the lives of children and their families. This is a wonderful experience!
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