Yes, I realize that it’s not Monday anymore. I also realize that I’m not going to hit my goal of 31 posts in the month of July. But, life’s been hectic driving up and down the state of California. 🙂 Speaking of which, I’ve signed my lease and am going to be a resident of Campbell, CA starting August 4th!
Just a quick update on the half-marathon training. Last Saturday, I had a 5-miler to run. I was a little nervous about it all week because I haven’t run 5 miles since 2009. It also didn’t help that we were out late at a Brad Paisley concert the night before. And laser tag. And buying 30 people food from Taco Bell.
Pre-Concert Tractor Picture. Fitting, right?
Let’s not get too detailed about how this bike was acquired…
Pink Drink. TaylrSwift. Rad. And Rocketeer. We failed.
So, after an adventurous night, I wasn’t too sure I was going to complete the daunting task of 5 miles. Yet, I still managed to get myself out of bed and to the Creek Trail to attempt it. The Los Gatos Creek Trail seems to be quite the hot spot for Saturday morning training runs. Teams in Training was there. The San Jose Running Team was there. Some group called the Red Divas (I think?) was there. People passed me. People ran FAST. I just had to keep reminding myself to focus on me. And just me.
It wasn’t easy…..I started off slow…..but I was able to complete it!!! Without walking. Without stopping. Aside from the 15 seconds I pulled over at the water fountain (<—-People go on and on about how hydration is so KEY. But I don’t think I’ve ever been on a run long enough to really realize it. I’m going to need to start running with my CamelBak!)
5 miles in 58 minutes.
I’m doing it…
Amazing job, Divya!!! I have trouble finding places to run that are nonstop (no stoplights), so it is so impressive to me that you did all that without stopping! Congrats and good luck with your training!
Thank you!! Yea, it’s definitely different running there compared to when I used to run in Santa Monica/West LA! But seems like you and Terry are powering through your training!
Next time, I definitely want to use Hal Higdon’s program like you guys!
Girl you are way faster than me! I did 4 miles in the same amount of time that you did 5! Way to go and keep it up. Sounds like life is pretty fun out in California 🙂
Thanks!!! You should come visit 🙂
SO AWESOME! I love this!
Woohoo 5 miles. You are doing great.
Woohoo that’s great, keep it up!
Thank you so much! 🙂
5 miles WOW! So impressed! You have set some new goals for me! Thanks so much 🙂 Love and Shine CourtStar
Thanks! I’m still gettin’ there. Today, I was supposed to run 6 miles and could only do 4! :-/ I’ll try again tomorrow!