training

I've been a little quiet for the last couple weeks. Had a lot on my plate to prepare for the marathon on Nov 16.

After running 16 miles and getting leg cramps, I was concerned and did some more research so I could be prepared for my 18 miler. I thought I was in good shape while I was running my 18 miles, then on mile 15 my legs started cramping again. I kept pushing it, but at mile 17 I hit a wall. I was really bummed, and it affected me since I only had 1 long run left in my schedule and it was a 20 miler and I realized "on the road training" was running out.

i had to take it easy this morning- the prospect of being out ther- far- pushing through with tired legs did not seem a viable option- so i lingered in bed an extra half an hour- knowing even then that i would not have daylight to help me find my way. i chose the out and back run along glebe that had become the trademark-slug run, and i just hoped that the time would pass quickly- and it did- though the last protions up hill had my hamstrings complaining. as i predicted-56 minutes. i will likely feel good this evening from the leisure running- at least i can hope.

My long runs are getting longer. This past week I did 16 miles and just about hit a wall. I was feeling pretty good, except my legs cramped up and I just barely finished the 16 mile run.

I've never been flexible, and each week my legs are getting tighter and tighter. I was told I likely have a lactic acid problem and have been doing some research. I just bought and started taking Endurex and Potassium. Hopefully they will both help me. But, what I also found out is that I am likely pushing too hard on my long runs.

I've always run over the years, but never really took it more serious than exercise and a way to reduce stress. That all changed this year when I ran my first ‘relay’ “Beach-to-Bay” marathon in Corpus Christi TX in mid-May 2008. Beach to Bay was a ton of fun and it gave me the bug to take my running to a new level and get more serious.