Four things keep me going on my long runs:1. iPod – I listen to all the songs on shuffle
2. Water – I carry a hand-held water bottle and refill it every 4 miles
3. Energy gel – I consume a packet of gel every 4 miles
4. Beefy – he meets me every 4 miles to supervise my gel consumption, refill my water bottle, and give me encouragement*.
*At least I think that's what he's saying. It's hard to hear him over my iPod.
Photos by Beefy Muchacho
I wondered why you never respond to my suggestive comments. The iPod explains it.
ReplyDeleteI went to the gym this weekend and reclaimed my love for running. The longest I've ever run is 3 miles :) MIght not ever make it farther than that, but I do enjoy it.
ReplyDeleteI've always wondered how people who run long distances stay hydrated. So, do you carry a regular ol' water bottle in your hand, or do you have some sort of special container? I always thought that carrying a water bottle would be awkward or annoying, or that the hand holding it would become sweaty and the bottle would be dropped a lot.
ReplyDeleteJen - I carry a water bottle that sits inside a case meant for holding in your hand while you run. You can see it in this post:
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Aha! Thanks for pointing that out!
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