After my less than stellar 10 mile run on Sunday, I decided I needed to step up my running before my 1/2 marathon in two weeks. Yikes. My training program called for 7 miles and 7 miles is what I did.
I got up at 5:30 am – no snooze today! Instead of wearing my camelbak, I filled a water bottle and a little over two miles into my run, dropped it off on someone’s front lawn. I then ran a little over a mile and turned around. I picked up the water bottle on my way home. My water bottle was 1/2 water, 1/2 Powerade so I got a little bit of energy throughout my run. My run was pretty decent – much easier than Sunday. Definitely a confidence builder – I just hope the rest of my runs go that way.
Before heading out I had 1 piece of toast with soy nut butter and banana. Sadly I forgot to take a picture – but you can use your imagination.
After a long run, I am never hungry. Knowing I need to eat, I whipped up my favorite smoothie – what can I say – it tastes like dessert! What a treat after running.
1 Chocolate Carnation Instant Breakfast, frozen banana, 1/4 cup of Oatmeal (ground up first) and 1 cup of skim milk.
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Wow congrats on the 7 miles! That must feel awesome. And I used to love those Carnation instant breakfasts!
Gosh, I slept in today. haha.
Good for you and making 7 miles. What a great way to start off your day!
I love getting in a good run before my day even starts. Its amazing how a good run can completely restore your confidence. I can’t wait until I can run again!