Obviously it hasn't been a great running year. Not that I haven't run at all, but the lack of races to report and the 15 pounds I've gained shows it hasn't been a year to be proud of.
It especially showed today running the ING Georgia Half Marathon. My training was minimal, with only 2 runs over 6 miles before the race and some very short runs while in Guadalajara, MX for most of February. (don't even get me started on high altitude running! Ouch). I recorded my slowest half marathon time in my long, 6-race career: 1:26:35.
For the sake of my knee (that feels the stress of those extra pounds) and the sake of my budget (that can't afford a new wardrobe) and the sake of my sanity (please refer to the title of this blog), running needs to fit into a larger plan to burn calories and lose weight.
I also want to celebrate the joy of starting and finishing 13.1 miles this morning. I am deeply grateful for legs and lungs that will carry me on the course and a heart that enjoys every step!
Sunday, March 21, 2010
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