Here it is Sunday evening, nearly 10:00 pm, and I'm still grumbling over not running my LRS (Long Run Sunday) today. Nevermind that I did run 6.2 miles yesterday for the Human Race 10K... that was supposed to be 'extra' - Ha! The Hubby said, "Don't over do it. You'll be feeling it Sunday morning." I said, "Nah, this is just extra. I really want to participate in the Human Race (cool t-shirt on Nike.com!)." I figured, "No problem. I'll run 'lightly' and be fine."
Who am I fooling??
This over-40 body was having none of that
"Let's-go-run-miles-and-miles-two-days-in-a-row-business!"
Okay, for all of you 'running die-hards' out there who can handle back-to-back runs, more power to you! I wish my body (cranky knees, mostly) would stand for it, but that's okay... I know my limitations.
But back to the grumbling: It's Sunday. I'm supposed to do Long Run Sunday on Sunday, not Saturday. I know. I know. You're thinking I'm crazy, but just like Monday Rest Day, Tuesday Speedwork, Wed/Fri/Sat Maint. Walk/Cross-training Days, and Thursday Tempo Runs, I have a schedule, darn it! I have a routine. Up at o'dark-thirty. Early to bed, even on (especially on?!) Saturday night w/ LRS looming in the near hours.... ha ha! Laying out the running gear the night before, a long nap on Sunday afternoon - after the run, etc....
We runners are creatures of habit, aren't we? We like our routines, and we don't like upheaval. I'm feeling it... I guess this means I'm finally a runner! And with that, I'm off to bed, to read through my training log, and plan out the new week's miles.... :)
My Thankful Three
Today, I am thankful for:
- New (thick) roll-top Thorlo socks (more on this later! They ROCK!)
- (More) new friends on the Turtles blog & on Daily Mile. Thanks for finding us. :)
- The grumbling today...I think it means I'm hooked... yay!!!
Happy running, friends....
Robin
P.S. - I know Need for Speed ran the Human Race 10K... anybody else?? On your own, or part of a team?? Kathy, how did it go?
6 Comments.... thanks!:
I know. I hate it when my routine changes, too! So...I can't wait to hear about your socks. I need new ones, so I'll be looking forward to your review. :)
PS: Found you on Lisa's blog. :)
I get it with the schedule thing! This week's schedule will definitely be changed for me. I would normally run today, but can't make it three days in a row! My legs are begging for rest! I ran the Human Race Saturday (alone), but I did it! It worked out perfect for my training schedule though because I was scheduled to run six miles on Saturday anyway. I was worried about running the Race for the Cure on the following day, but that was a sentimental one for me as my mom is an 11 year survivor - such an awesome experience to be a part of that! I ended up with my "personal best" and it made it that much better! Did you order the t-shirt from Nike? I'm wishing I would have ordered one!
I'm not sure I've commented here yet... I just discovered your blog over the last couple of weeks... and am glad I did!
I hear what you're saying. I'm not a "run every day" runner either. For me, it's my feet that can't handle it. So, I have a *definite* routine to get 3 runs in and 2 cross-training days each week... and TWO rest days. I hate it when my routine gets "messed" with!
I've found that being a creature of habit is key to being a runner! :) I feel all discombobulated when I mess up my routine. Great job running the race but don't let a skipped run screw you up too much, just replace a day somewhere in there and call it good.
I do so much better when I am on a schedule! I just love it!
Hee hee, I tried a back-to-back once. I think it was 5 miles at lunch and 7 in the evening. Yeah. That didn't go to well. I think it's wise to take it easy! :)
Hi Kerrie, Glad you found the Turtles blog - always something to chat about over here. :-) I LOVE new friends and my new Thorlo socks; will definitely write about them in the next few days. (long over-due actually)
Kathy, you did such an awesome job w/ your 2 races back-to-back... wow! You are my inspiration! God Bless your Mom.
Faith Ann, thanks for finding and commenting on the Turtles blog - love new friends! I've read a few of your posts over on Lisa's blog -sounds like we have similar running qualities.
Thanks, Morgan...dear Orlando friend. Yes, being a creature of habit seems to help-though frustrating (especially this wk).
Kim, 5 at lunch and 7 in the evening?? Are you nuts?? (rhetorical) :-) Learned your lesson, right?? hee hee
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