Last time I posted my longest training run was 3 miles. I'm now up to week 10 and 11 miles.
Long runs are done every Sunday. Week 23 will have me running 23-26 miles and week 26 will end with the full marathon. It's seems so far away and then again it doesn't.
I felt strong today. In typical Linda fashion, I bundled up in cold weather gear that included gloves, tights, shorts, arm warmers, two shirts, skullcap, baseball cap and wind jacket (it's sub freezing somewhere).
I completed 11 miles in 1:55. Based on my treadmill times, I assumed I'd be out there for at least 2 1/4 hrs so I was happy with the time.
Surprisingly, running outside has been nothing but good. This totally surprises me because I do not function well in cooler temperatures. I always dread having to take that first step outside but when the alternative is to go to the gym and somehow maintain my sanity on a treadmill for 2 plus hours, running in the cold becomes much more appealing.
I've been doing the shorter weekday runs outside as well. There is a certain element of danger because I've been running after sundown. Between my headlamp, blinky cycling light attached to my baseball cap and reflector vest, I look like like a flashing neon sign. I'm probably more noticeable at night then during the day.
Looking forward to running in the snow!
