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October 27, 2005
Marathoner?
My last entry is title-less because I forgot to put one. I wish I was a trend setter because then everyone would do what I do and no one would have to try and think of titles. I have to admit though, that I love people's titles, it's just that I'm not known for being creative myself.
When can you call yourself a marathoner? How many marathons does it take? Do marathons have to be your main focus? I don't really know, but I think training for a marathon is one of the best decisions I could make as far as running (mind you I've only run one). I find myself more motivated and excited about running than when I'm training for a 5k. This is ironic because I'm definitely more of a 5k runner than a marathoner. I think spring marathons are perfect for me because it's what's going to get me out the door on those cold days of winter. I just wish there were more spring marathons around here to choose from, like the fall, which has tons of choices.
On Tuesday and Wednesday, I ran for 60 minutes. Tuesday's run was wet, while Wednesday's run was windy. Today's run had perfect weather. I ran for 45 minutes and then did 6 strides on the grass at the middle school. Have I mentioned that I love strides after a run? I find them so relaxing. On the other hand, I don't like them nearly as much before a run, because if I'm doing them before a run it means that I'm about to do a workout or a race. Those strides are more anxious strides.
If I'm still following the same schedule as far as days off (Brad, hun, you're slacking here), then tomorrow will be another day off. My hamstrings are rather tight, so I should spend a significant amount of time stretching. I hate stretching, even when I'm sitting in front of the tv. I really need to stretch on a regular basis before I end up getting hurt. Part of the problem is that I always forget to do it (most likely because I hate it so much).
Posted by Caitlin at October 27, 2005 07:43 PM
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No days off for you slacker.
Posted by: Brad at October 27, 2005 08:46 PM
Fine with me, but where's my schedule slacker?
Posted by: Caitlin at October 27, 2005 08:47 PM
I'm so ashamed of myself.
Posted by: Brad at October 27, 2005 08:55 PM