Once I got back, I changed into my running tights and still had to talk myself into getting out the door. River couldn't go with me so I was running solo today. Plus the route I had to take was hilly and not the slow rolling kind.
I did get out the door. The first 2 miles were on the shoulder of the road. Luckily it's a wide shoulder or I would have planned a different route. The little bit of snow we got made a huge difference in my running though. My legs were tired by the time I got to the first steep hill. I got about halfway up and had to walk. I was upset, but I can't really beat myself up. The other steep hills were like that too.
My legs were really tired today. The whole run they were just tired. No soreness though so I was happy for that. The last 2 miles felt really good. I don't know if it was because it was either downhill or flat or because I knew I was close to home or because I finally hit my groove. Whatever it was I felt great!
Since River couldn't go with me, I had to get her out for a walk when I got home. I quickly changed my socks, shoes and coat and went out again with her. It made for a nice 1.5 mile cool down. I think it will help my legs recover better.
I did take this picture after my run and quick change as we were walking. I was tired!
River didn't seem to keen on walking today. I think she is still tired from her day at doggy daycare. She also is not a huge fan of the snow. She pouts the whole time.
Tomorrow I'm hitting the gym after swim practice for cross training and weights and Sunday I have my race. So far my training is going well. I feel good and I know I will get stronger everyday.
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