I was worried about completing this run because
- My 16 mile run was a struggle, both mentally and physically.
- I had run a fast half-marathon 7 days before.
- And I was coming out of a stressful, busy week in which I had only managed to squeeze in a single, short run.
The 18 miler didn’t start out well. I made a couple of navigation errors in the first two miles. After 20 minutes of running, despite a good breakfast, I was so hungry that I ate my first Gu way ahead of schedule. (Thankfully, I brought one extra.) But I kept my pacing slow and steady and was feeling good by mile six. Once in a groove, I relaxed, listened to my tunes, and finished the 3 hour run.
I get a little break next weekend (only 10 miles!) before the peak of my training schedule: a 20 mile run (followed by a performance in Annie Get Your Gun).
Photos by Beefy Muchacho
I know you aren't doing this for weight loss, but I'd love to know if you've lost weight because of it and if it has changed your body at all?
ReplyDeleteI don't think I have the stamina for all that, but I love the updates!
Kaumealani - I don't think I've lost any weight...I may have even gained a little with muscle. I think my calves are bigger. And I feel more toned all over.
ReplyDeleteThanks, you definitely look great, but you did before as well.
ReplyDeleteI'm glad you made it, and I really like hearing about your progress.
ReplyDeleteYou look fantastic. I can't believe your endurance. I want to be like you!! =)
ReplyDeleteug.. I used to be able to run a bit...yesterday we WALKED 6 miles and afterward we were cold, tired and hungry so 18 miles sounds like a triathelon to me.
ReplyDeleteI love your style and spunk! Training for a marathon is a wonderful experience. I need to keep it to half marathons because of some injury issues, so I'm envious. You're doing great - keep it up!
ReplyDeleterockstar..!! hope you are really taking some recovery time now.. you deserve it.. awesome work girlfriend!! xoxo J
ReplyDeleteHi - I've never left a comment before and I usually don't read them so please forgive me if you have heard this before. I HIGHLY recommend getting a Garmin (GPS watch) so you don't have to worry about routes or losing your way anymore. It changed my running life! I can just RUN and not worry about tracking mileage - the watch does the work. And it's probably a whole lot more accurate. It might take a tiny bite out of the fashion budget but I think you will find it worth the sacrifice :-) I did! And I'm a shoe-aholic! I had to give up a few pairs that month to get the Garmin but I'm glad I did!
ReplyDeleteWow. What an accomplishment! Running is a bit of a struggle for me, but reading about your milestones is inspirational. Maybe I'll start jogging part of my 'walks'!
ReplyDeleteWow, good work!
ReplyDeleteCurrently I do about a half hour a night (which is only 1.5miles...or kilometers. I'm not sure which the treadmill measures). You're inspiring me to kick it up!