It was raining with the wind blowing, and I almost didn't even go out. I put on a windbreaker then forced myself to make one lap around the soccer field. Then another, and another, and before I knew it I was exhausted, but 17 minutes through it. I didn't want to have to repeat today since all 3 week 7 jogs are 25 minutes each, so I hyperfocused on just counting my breaths over and over until my watch timer went off.
Posted Oct 6, 2011, 12:32 AM UTC
I admire the fact that you did your run in that crappy weather. That's dedication! I'm sure you'll have no trouble finishing with an attitude like that.
Ah man, I just finished week six earlier this afternoon, it was tough cause there was no wind. Here in Maui the wind can be your friend because it can get real humid and muggy. Luckily after about 15 or 20 mins there was a breeze which really gave me a boost and cooled me down.
also, today's run was after three days of no running, that was a bitch! I've been pretty good about going every other day or every second day. That extra day really made today's run harder.
Maui, I'm jealous. I'm here in Utah and we are getting a storm system that is unseasonable cold, even for us. Luckily next week the temperature is expected to get at least to the 80s; I'm just hoping to finish W25K before it snows and I have to bring it inside the gym until spring. I agree about taking days off, I've started going every other day no matter what. And it seems to have helped me.
Good work. Likewise, I pushed myself on W6D3 to prove to myself that I could do it, and be set up for Week 7.