I was amazed at how good I felt after being on antibiotics for a few days. I guess I didn't realize how sick I was! I was achy, tired, my neck was sore and I felt like my ears were full of water for quite a while before I finally went to a doctor.
I read many blogs on running and it seems there are a few of us out there that try and minimize our aches and pains, continuing to push ourselves when we should be taking time off to rest. I think I learned a lesson: to listen to my body.
My mileage this week is way below normal, 10.56 miles. But today I ran 4 energetic miles! I haven't run that fast or that effortless in over 2 months. I guess I did need some time off to heal.
Whether I run the half marathon in May remains to be seen. Maybe I will have to lower my expectations and run a slower time. I guess I will see how my training goes over the next few weeks.
I do love running! I am a "runner" whether I run a race or not. I am so grateful that I have the ability to run...to run as fast or as slow as I desire...to run free, and with joy!
I read many blogs on running and it seems there are a few of us out there that try and minimize our aches and pains, continuing to push ourselves when we should be taking time off to rest. I think I learned a lesson: to listen to my body.
My mileage this week is way below normal, 10.56 miles. But today I ran 4 energetic miles! I haven't run that fast or that effortless in over 2 months. I guess I did need some time off to heal.
Whether I run the half marathon in May remains to be seen. Maybe I will have to lower my expectations and run a slower time. I guess I will see how my training goes over the next few weeks.
Love my trails!
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Glad you are feeling better! I long for the day when I can run an effortless 4 miles! Enjoy Spring!
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