In week 9 I was recovering from being sick and dehydrated which made my workouts tough. Needless to say I couldn't check out completely (as at times I wanted to) but I definitely took it easy this week. This week I also came to the realisation that the "newness" and excitement of beginning the training program has worn off and I have to dig a little deeper to find inspiration for daily workouts. I am in the process of reading 2 book, Born to Run and one I just started this week, The Complete Book of Running for Women. These books are helping me to realize that running is seeded in something more than me as well as give me inspiration for my runs For me running has an amazing power to increase my energy, decrease stress, make me feel healthier, help me lose weight, make me look more fit, and inspire me to live a better life. I may not be a fast runner, and win future races but I do know that running has improved my life and I am happy for that. So when I get down on myself for not having a good workout, or taking a rest day, I have to remember how far I have come and be happy in that. And instead of getting scared for the 'long runs' ahead in my training schedule I need to look forward to the opportunity to see beautiful San Diego on foot!
Here is my week nine in review:
Days Run/Walking: 3 (One 4+ mile walk/some run at the beach, One 30 min treadmill run/walk followed by elliptical, One long run 4 + miles of hilly terrain)
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