Run For Steem: Back to the Trail for 8 Miles
Hey guys! I am back for my weekly #runforsteem post hosted by the gracious @jumowa. I'm glad I made it out yesterday afternoon when it was nice out because it is dumping rain today! Lots of rain in the forecast for the next week, so I might have to log some dreadmill miles coming up.
I am just about a month out from my first half this year, so I am trying to get up to at least a 10 or 11-mile long run before race day. I felt like 8 was a good number for this week. Usually the 7-8 mile mark is the sticking point for me. That distance just feels tough to get through when I start ramping up my mileage again. Once I get past there I start feeling good again.
Luckily I was able to make it down to the same trail I posted about a few weeks ago. The nice scenery definitely helps, and it is easy to tack on extra miles as you start adding distance. One of other benefits that helps me is that I can't cheat and try to short myself on my miles like I do if I run around my house. This loop once you're out, you have to make it back!
I did purposely slow my pace down since I'm starting to get into the uncomfortable zone. I have had that tendency in the past to want to keep the same pace even on my longer runs and I end up suffering for it. The purpose of the long run is to get the mileage and endurance in, not train for speed. It is a little easier running long with a friend because I know if we can still carry on a conversation then I am most likely at a good pace that is not too fast. Unfortunately my running buddy and I seem to have conflicting schedules at the moment, so I get it in when I can!
I hope everyone else has a great running week! Sending lots of positive energy in your direction. :)
See the latest #runforsteem post here: https://steemit.com/dlive/@jumowa/f30ccb10-0a30-11e8-b496-cd43fd152882
Wow nice and perfect post keep it up.
Thanks!
Sounds like you really enjoy running, and I'm glad to hear it! Good on you :-)
My running days began in my bedroom... I'd put on 5 stone after being pregnant and hated my body, but couldn't get out for runs with a baby, so I did it in my bedroom instead! Obviously not as effective as outdoors, but still better than nothing!
Most days I do really like it, especially when I can go outside and soak up some nature! Sometimes you just have to make it work when you've got little ones, so good for you for just taking control and doing something. :) I hope my niece ends up taking to running when she gets older so I can have another running buddy!
"I can't cheat and try to short myself on my miles like I do if I run around my house" Welp...that would be ME on my run this morning. Guess we have some things in common @plantsoplanks ;) Better find me a loop!
Haha, yeah it's too easy sometimes if you stay close to your start point. ;) My neighborhood is very running-friendly, but to get mileage in I have to make a couple of laps so it's a bit of a mind-game to not turn back home sometimes!
Lol, too true. I find that so much of running and exercising is actually in "the mind." I have to exercise my brain every morning to stop its complaining & just go with what it already decided...to exercise every morning...and to stop wasting my mental energy and ...just do it! ;)
Oh my gosh I have to start walking again! You are my daily remainder!
Glad I can give you a little motivation! Hopefully you get some decent weather to get out soon!
Nice a picture
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You're Welcome
At least it's only rain.. we're getting snowed on up here in Canada. Great post!
Brrrr! Yeah, I think you've definitely got a tougher winter up there! 🌬️ Thanks for taking the time to comment!
wooow !!!! verry niice and beautifuul !! good