My long run yesterday was delightful - cool temps, dry, sunny, early. I tried something a little different: I listened to Steve Runner, aka, www.SteveRunner.com (Phedippidations: The PodCast at SteveRunner.com) instead of just music. (NO, I am not endorsing Steve for any commercial or other purposes). I just really enjoy his podcasts - he has so many interesting thoughts and comments, and a pleasant speaking voice. Anyway, running with Steve was cool. As good as music. The podcast I listened to was "Marathon Fueling." And since I am unannounced, to date, for the Hartford Marathon, Oct. 13th., it was relevant.
This was my 3rd time out with a Fuelbelt (a belt that velcro attaches around the waist and carries 4 8-ounce bottles of water or gatorade or ...). It beats going out earlier and placing bottles of water. The first time out I wore my new XL belt, which when I tried it on in the running store felt ok. Most clothes related stuff I get is XL - why not? I'm a Clydesdale. Well, within a few hundred yards, the belt was slipping down and was no fun at all. Luckily, my great friendly running store (Runner's Edge in Farmingdale, New York - Yes, I am endorsing Runner's Edge - They are the BEST!!!) exchanged it for a smaller size Large). Thus on my 2nd and 3rd runs with it, it worked perfectly. Keeping hydrated with it is much easier, even though I look like a cat that just fed a small litter of kittens.
During my 11.2 mile run, my form was good most of the time and I was able to complete it at about a 10 minute pace without any walk breaks. I don't time myself anymore - I just run; timing seemed to take the fun out of running for me. At races I am interested in my time, but I let them do it. The odd thing I noticed yesterday was I was mindful of each step, of the pain and stress coursing through my legs and yet the run seemed to transpire very quickly - before I knew it, I was done. I suppose: "That's the way it should be." I guess with 20 less pounds, running is truly more enjoyable and takes less of a toll on the body; I do notice my speeds are faster. As I recover today, I am so looking forward to my next long run next weekend in Montauk.
This was my 3rd time out with a Fuelbelt (a belt that velcro attaches around the waist and carries 4 8-ounce bottles of water or gatorade or ...). It beats going out earlier and placing bottles of water. The first time out I wore my new XL belt, which when I tried it on in the running store felt ok. Most clothes related stuff I get is XL - why not? I'm a Clydesdale. Well, within a few hundred yards, the belt was slipping down and was no fun at all. Luckily, my great friendly running store (Runner's Edge in Farmingdale, New York - Yes, I am endorsing Runner's Edge - They are the BEST!!!) exchanged it for a smaller size Large). Thus on my 2nd and 3rd runs with it, it worked perfectly. Keeping hydrated with it is much easier, even though I look like a cat that just fed a small litter of kittens.
During my 11.2 mile run, my form was good most of the time and I was able to complete it at about a 10 minute pace without any walk breaks. I don't time myself anymore - I just run; timing seemed to take the fun out of running for me. At races I am interested in my time, but I let them do it. The odd thing I noticed yesterday was I was mindful of each step, of the pain and stress coursing through my legs and yet the run seemed to transpire very quickly - before I knew it, I was done. I suppose: "That's the way it should be." I guess with 20 less pounds, running is truly more enjoyable and takes less of a toll on the body; I do notice my speeds are faster. As I recover today, I am so looking forward to my next long run next weekend in Montauk.
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