Wednesday, July 23, 2008

Crossing over

So, I have been true to my training schedule. I haven't missed a day and have been putting in at least the recommended mileage if not a mile more. I just found out yesterday that my 3 mile run is actually .05 miles shorter then a 4 mile route. So that is nice to know that my easy 3 mile is actually an easy 4 mile and my 4 mile is actually 4.65 miles. This weekend, Greg and I will be running our 12 miles together in LaCrosse. I hope my allergies don't kill me. We will also be celebrating Marissa's 2nd birthday that afternoon. So far, the weather looks perfect.

The weather this morning for my 6 mile run was perfect. It was seriously, cool and sunny and clear. There was a small light breeze and the path was super friendly. I really think that running outside is much better then on the treadmill. I remember when people asked me where I would run and I would say on the treadmill and then they would look at me like I was nuts. So, I have officially said it. I prefer running outside then on the treadmill.

My Uncle is preparing for his fifth marathon. He has given me a new website to help plan my routes and mileage: http://www.usatf.org/routes/map/ . I have been using http://www.walkjogrun.net/ which is nice too. He also suggested that I really look into my nutrition, as it is very important. I have been eating well but I know that I can do better. So, today I attempted to look up marathon training nutrition and all I get is generic statements about being sure to drink plenty of water and be sure to drink Gatorade for anything over 60 minutes. It also says to stay away from fried food and greasy foods. These to me are no brainers. I guess I was hoping to find some awesome recipes and a sample meal plan. I guess I will have to do more research on this.

And last but not least. I may have started to have my first toe injury. It is all too common for marathon runners to get black toe. Sounds beautiful doesn't it. It is when the blood in your toes basically gets pushed forward and breaks capillaries under the nail bed. The last few sites I have visited regarding this says if you have black toe, you must be training for the marathon. So I guess I have crossed over. Yikes. This is not the celebration and congratulations I was looking for to join the elite MARATHON TRAINEES. I would have rather enjoyed a toast with the ol' water bottles.

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