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I am currently training for my third endurance race: a 10K & half-marathon in one weekend! Join me on my crazy journey to the finish line!

Thursday, September 2, 2010

Off the Wagon with Work & Allergies

So between having small group at church last night & "Meet the Teacher Night" at work tonight, I am off of my training schedule.  I haven't done anything in two days, and I feel crummy.  But part of that may also have to do with the ragweed around here declaring war on my sinuses.  I keep thinking if I could just get this junk out of my face, I'd feel so much better.  Anyway, so I'm disappointed that I'm off-track and a little concerned about my 6 miles that are due on Saturday.  I have to go those in, especially since I've been a slacker the past two days.  With any luck, I'll be past the worst of this allergy attack and feeling better.  I can only hope.

The good news is that I've made some progress.  I am now able to run 3 miles with only 5 1/10 mile breaks (which is great for me).  The few reasons I can give to the improvement are increased endurance, eating better (snacking more often during the day helps), and drinking Gatorade instead of water on my runs.  Who would have thought that the stuff invented in one of my favorite places would make me feel better? :)

Well, here's hoping that I can get my 6 miles in on Saturday.  Wish me luck & pray for a low pollen count!

Until next time...

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