Weekend Update

How did it get to be Tuesday evening already? 

I seem to be in a mini-slump this week, running-wise.  Usually I really look forward to my long runs.  I have them planned out by mid-week and head out on Saturday mornings.  This past week, I was up early on Saturday morning, but didn't know where I wanted to run, and really didn't feel like running at all.  I got dressed to run, looked at some maps to try to find a new route, but never made it out the door.

Sunday, I made it out for 15K, but that was 15 LONG, HOT, NO FUN kilometers.  By the time I got myself out the door it was the middle of the day, the sun was high in the sky, there were no clouds, no breeze, and before long, I had no water left.  I stopped for a quick re-fill around the 10km mark, but it didn't help.  The last 5 km were sooooooo slooooooooooow.  Ugh.

Again, yesterday, I just didn't feel like running, even though I only had 5K planned.  Today I made it out for the 5 km, but barely.  More ugh.

I think I'm feeling a bit discouraged about the whole marathon training plan thing.  I'm feeling a bit overwhelmed, but also a bit annoyed at myself for not figuring this out sooner.  I think I've decided to go with the Hal Higdon novice plan, that will have me running 4 times a week and less miles in the first few weeks than I've been running lately.  Kinda strange that my marathon training will start with me easing back on miles - but I think that's what I need to do to get back to enjoying my runs.  Plus, I'll be starting right after finishing a half marathon, so easing up for a week or two following the race doesn't seem like such a bad idea.  It's time to sit down and work on my goals for June - I think that will help me to get out of this funk too.

In my non-running life, my Grandma arrived on Saturday!  This is her first time in BC, and the first time I've had her as a house guest.  She lives alone, and doesn't drive anymore, so I think she's been enjoying our daily outings around town, and having someone to talk to.  Today, I took the day off work and we drove out to Barkerville.  Grandma bought a POUND of fudge.  So much for cutting back on sugar...  What kind of granddaughter would I be if I didn't let my grandmother spoil me?!