Completed a 5 mile run yesterday and another one today. Yesterday I tried to keep it easy, but I was feeling tired still from the week, and the temp was still a little higher than I'd prefer. Also I noticed a lot of people cutting grass, and that grass in the air seems to make me itch and affect my breathing somewhat. Today's 5 mile run consisted of a .25 mile warm up followed by .25 mile at slightly faster than 5K pace to 5K pace alternating with .25 mile of recovery. The track at the high school has been occupied with the track team recently, so I found a local trail in a park that is about a .25 mile loop. The only problem is that it has hills within the loop, but that may not neccessarily be a bad thing as I prepare for a half marathon that will have its fair share of hills.
Dave was able to complete a 2.5 mile run on Monday, but then was unable to run without limping on Tuesday. He is back to getting his miles in on the bike. He is still considering going out and trying to complete the half marathon anyway, but we'll see what he decides the day of the race.
So happy with the progress my mom is making in her running. My sis, too! It will be fun to complete the half marathon with them in June, knowing that I somewhat helped inspire them to start running and train for the half.
It's funny how often people say to me, "I think I saw you out running the other day." Which always opens the door to how running as improved my health and changed my lifestyle. Often times, I will hear how the person is unable to run, has never tried running, or has a desire to try a run. I am thankful for the friends of mine that told their running stories (and my hubby for encouraging me along the way) that inspired me. Hopefully I can pass it on and help someone else become healthier and happier, too!
