Friday Long Run

This morning I met Amy, Brian, and Marcy for another Friday long run. It was a great morning for a run, cool and clear. My back bothered me the whole run. My chiropractor said it would be sore for a couple of days and it definitely did bother me. My legs are feeling good and I am looking forward to The Run for the Water race next weekend.

800s at Austin High

Today I met the Gazelles for 800s at Austin High. I did 6 repeats and called it a day. I was very happy to average 3:28 for the set which is below my goal of 3:30. My back is still jacked up from the fall last week and I am going to see my chiropractor tomorrow.

Run Around Lady Bird Lake

I had a much better run today around Lady Bird Lake. I felt a lot better and the morning was just wonderful. There is nothing like a run on a cool, clear fall day.

Very Short Run

I got up early today to go to the Gazelles workout, but it was raining and lightning out so I got back in bed. I went to 24 hour fitness a bit later to run there, but got dizzy on the treadmill and called it a day after a little over 2 miles. Not sure what is up...hopefully it is just some fatigue.

Sunday Run

I am adjusting my schedule by a day this week and running long again next Friday so I ran a recovery run this morning. I ran on Escarpment for a bit over six miles. My body feels a little out of whack from the fall on Friday. I may need to go see my chiropractor to tweak my back.

Friday Long Run

Today I met Brian for a run on the 10 mile loop plus a mile out and back near the Longhorn Dam. I felt good until I took a tumble under I-35. RunFar was hosting a 5k for some convention on the trail. It was still dark and I moved over for their runners. Unfortunately for me it was under the bridge where the curb was and I clipped it. As I was getting it together Brian warned another lady, but it was too late and she tumbled as well. That area is unsafe and someone needs to paint the curb a bright, reflective cover so we don't hit it.

8+ Miles from Home

Today I met Wish for the 8+ mile route we did in the spring. Now that the heat seems to be gone we can actually run 8 miles without suffering too much. It was raining for part of the run, but then tapered off for a clear morning.

I'm Back! Week One of Austin Marathon Training

After a multiple month hiatus from blogging, I am going to track my progress as I participate in the 09/10 Distance Challenge. I know I hate the Austin Marathon, but after missing the fall marathons this year, I just want to run one that is close to home where my family can come watch. My posts will be very short with workouts and times.

The first official race was this past Sunday, the IBM 10k. I ran a 47:04 which isn't bad since I have been sick for about 3 weeks and my training has been spotty.

This morning's workout was the dreaded 4 mile tempo run in the dark. I ran a 31:29 which was a personal worst, but gives me a starting point for this season.