This weekend was my final long training run. It’s been a long summer training for this half marathon and though I’ve marveled at my progress and am so proud of my accomplishments and that I’ve done all of this prep while only returning to running 6 months ago, the fact is: I’m tired. I’m starting to get to that burnt out phase in my training where all I want is one weekend where I can sleep (and sleep and sleep and sleep and sleep…). My body needs a break and it is ready for a break. After the race in two weeks, I will be giving it a break from running for a couple of weeks. I need to recharge and re-ignite that hunger for the pavement while I finalize my winter running plans (and invest in a good pair of running tights for the cold winter days!)
That said, I have to say that I had the best long run this past weekend. The schedule called for 19k but my fellow fit mom, Leslie and I decided that we wanted to test out the race course and do the full 21k before the big day. Neither of us had run in this area before so wanted to see if there was anything we should be on the lookout for to help us prep for race day.
This course is beautiful. It follows a forest trail for the first 6-7 miles then goes through a quiet neighbourhood to bring it back home. It was lovely. One thing I did notice is that the trail through the forest is very narrow so there won’t be a lot of room to pass for those first few miles. I’m really hoping the staggered start will help keep that issue to a minimum so there isn’t a lot of weaving and start/stopping.
For now, I’m basking in the afterglow of a great run and looking forward to tapering down over the next two weeks. My knees will also be thankful for less running.
Why yes…that is 21km you see on my Garmin.
Happy, sweaty and cold #motherrunner (X2 )
These bad boys carried me 21km and lived to tell the tale.
Yes please!
Have a fantastic week everyone!
Way to go girl!!! I love it when I have great long runs! You are doing so awesome! I understand the burned out feeling…take those weeks off and you will be itching to run again!
You did fantastic on your long run and are well prepared for your race. Good luck and enjoy the taper!
nice run!! SPA love
Woot!! You go girl!!
Way to go!! I’m very impressed!! Have a super Monday! Spa love to ya!!! :0)
Wow! You are doing such a great job. Good luck!!
Happy Thanksgiving!! …and you are so ah-mazing!! Love your enthusiasm and dedication to running. You always make me want to start running.
good time!!! Good luck on your race!
Hmm, somehow I haven’t talked to you in a while, ut I can see you are still kicking butt. Awesome job, girl!
Nice job! Making me want to run more. Good luck with your race;-)
Awesome!!!!
Wow, you really give running a good rep! Your picture is awesome, too, you look so happy!
Happy Thanksgiving and congrats for kicking that 21K bootay! I’m glad you are listening to your body to chill for a bit after the race. You are doing great.
Love your enthusiam for running. Such an inspiration…
Awesome run! I turned a long run (about 18km) into a half marathon a few weeks ago too and was glad to tackle that distance.
If you find the perfect pair of winter running tights, please share…it’s cold here in Ottawa too and I’d love a recommendation! Thanks!