Monday, June 20, 2011Rachel
Today's mileage: 7.5 miles
I'm already SO happy I've committed to running my first half-marathon over labor day weekend and that I've committed to training "virtually" with Selena and Michelle. I skipped the gym this morning, but threw some running clothes in my bag on the way out the door. Knowing that my race will be here before I know it; wanting to be accountable to myself, these ladies, and this blog; and also needing to burn off some of what I ate (and drank) during this past weekend which was full of celebrations; I talked myself into leaving work a bit early to get a long run in.
The weather was perfect; cool and humid after raining all day in Denver. And I pushed myself to complete the longest run I have done in at least 15 years. Really!!! It was tough...I definitely had to dig deep for the last couple miles. But I kept reminding myself how awesome I would feel when I could collapse on the couch tonight after a hot shower, knowing that I did it! And what a glorious feeling it is....
During my run, I reflected on what an amazing thing the human body is. I remembered that six months ago, I couldn't even run 2 miles. I reveled in how amazing I feel after losing nearly 50 pounds since I started this journey of health and healing. And I imagined myself running 13.1 miles. It seems pretty far out of reach right now. But I know that if I keep pushing myself further and further each week, I'll get there. And I can't wait.....
