9/26/10

1st Long Run Done!

Today finished off my first week of official Disney Marathon training.  I must say that it was quite eventful.

#1.  It was pouring.  My shoes, socks, and clothes were completely soaked through and my toes were wrinkled.  It was actually very nice because of how cool it was and I really enjoyed myself! 
#2.  There was a nice guy that pulled over to ask me if I needed a ride.  Yes, it was raining but I'm sure it was obvious that I was on a running mission!  I tried to explain to him that I needed to keep running but he didn't seem to understand.  It was pretty funny!
#3.  I was running around my neighborhood and I heard a dog start barking.  It made my heart jump but then I realized that the dog's owner was holding him.  She obviously saw that it scared me so she smiled and waved.  I waved back and kept on my way.  Well, a couple seconds later I realized that the stupid dog was chasing me!  She let him down!  I started sprinting as fast as I could.  I was having chest pain and I was so mad!  UHH, why would she do that?  It took me at least a couple miles to get over it.

I ran 9 miles with a pace of 9:15 min/mile and it was overall a great run.  I feel great and I'm so excited about training again!  Also, in two weeks I'm running in the GULF COAST HALF in Louisiana and I get to see Calee!! 

I hope you are all having fun with your training!
Leah B.

12 comments:

  1. Wow, what a run! Congratulations on pushing through with a strong pace!

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  2. Nice!! Sounds like an eventful run!!

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  3. So the stretch where the dog chased you was probably under 8:00.. Great job.

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  4. I'm running the gulf coast half, too! (One week after a marathon, hm...) I might see you there :)

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  5. What a crazy lady to let her dog chase you. Glad you had a good 1st week of training.

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  6. Awesome job! You were able to keep up a great pace too!

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  7. Great job on your first long run! Sorry about the rain and the crazy dog!

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  8. Good job, you are doing good, nice run there. I love the post so cool, it detailed.

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  9. Excellent job on that long run!

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