Okay, I have flaked out on keeping up with the blog. The past two weeks have been pretty much more of the same: run, run and run some more. When I'm not running, I'm thinking about it. If I'm not thinking about it, I'm talking about it. I am probably annoying the heck out of everyone! I certainly don't mean to be obsessing, but I just can't help it!
In regards to the training, I've been pretty consistent. The weekend before last, I ran 10 miles with Jaime and Leah. It was a rainy morning to start, but we got pretty lucky and it only rained on us during the last couple of miles. This past weekend I had to run with Tim and we did 13 miles again. We tried to mimic race day conditions by starting closer to actual race time and also trying to pace for a 2:30 finish. I was able to shave off 6 minutes from my previous 13 mile time, finishing it at 2:22. I was pretty pleased with that, but those last few miles still hurt so freakin' bad and I totally turned into a monster on Tim. He was trying so hard to encourage me and I just got upset with myself and took it out on him- I'm sorry, Tim! I'm not sure if it's mental or if my legs are just not strong enough to eek out a few more miles. Regardless, I was pretty miserable afterwards and once again doubting myself. Tim pointed out that all miles were under the pace suggested for a 2:30 finish, so there is no reason to doubt that I can do it. And the thing is, I do believe I can. It's just when I'm actually running those last few miles, I let all the negative invade my thoughts. It's pretty stupid considering it hits me after I have already ran 10 freakin' miles. I mean, seriously, what is 3 more? Ugh, it's just so frustrating!
I have started having anxiety dreams and thoughts about the actual race. What if it rains? What if we have one of those hotter than usual October days? What if I hurt myself before the race? What if it's a "lead legs" day for me? The "lead legs" thing is my biggest concern. Some days I just feel heavy and sluggish when running. Every step I make requires so much effort. If that happens on race day, I'm not so sure I can push through for 13.1 miles. I have to stop thinking about it so much because it is driving me crazy!
On a more positive note, Leah and Jaime rocked their long run-- 13.1 in 2:17! I am super proud of them and I hope I can keep up with those speedsters during the race! You know I will try my hardest! :)
Funny sign of encouragement:
Click HERE for some other funny spectator race signs. I think I am going to try to come up with a funny one for Tim!
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