You would think that 12 miles would have been easy. This morning, I joined up with Mark at 7 a.m. to do the deed. During the first mile, I glanced at my pace reading to see 8:19. I slowed up and Mark backed off too. The miles that followed from … [Continue reading]
The Madness Begins
"Reduce quantity, but maintain quality." This was the reminder, from Hal Higdon, regarding workouts during the taper period. It's a balancing act indeed. Prior to the marathon rest is needed so that the muscles can heal from all of the torture from … [Continue reading]
In-visibility
As I ran today it seemed that everyone I said, "hi" to just looked right through me. They had no response at all. It was hot out, and I was still feeling some residual soreness. I wasn't amused at their seemingly "better than you" attitude. There … [Continue reading]
Sticking It to the Pain
It is time to stop complaining and do something about it. So I am going to "stick it" to this pain. I just have to remember where the heck I put that nifty little tool. In the meantime, I managed to run another 5 miles on the 'mill today. I started … [Continue reading]
Love and Support
I have a special running buddy on the days when the run just has to happen and there is no time otherwise. While other kids would complain, YaYa joins in with enthusiasm, smiles, and a CAN DO attitude. He admires me for my persistence in my goal, … [Continue reading]