I have been enjoying my running since Christmas. In fact, all of Killarney seems to be out in the evenings, and as these runners pass me by or in the odd case I pass them by, I gain great encouragement. This time last year I could barely move and now this year I relish my evening runs. Although, the rain is playing havoc with the routes it also means the chances of getting wet while running is very very high.
I have to say when it is raining or threatening rain it's harder to get up and run. I can talk myself out of not going quite easily. Although, I try not to.
I did an 8 mile run last weekend. At around 3 miles there just an almighty downpour, I just mentally put the head down and kept moving forward. Thank goodness for dri-fit clothes but from miles 6-7 there was another shower. It made the last mile and half miserable. But, rain or no rain I did it. At the start of the run, I had headed down to Ross castle and hadn't realised it was flooded, so I turned back going a different route. This weather is just sooo annoying. I did like running in the rain but weeks of it, is just too much.
I have been going out three evenings a week, I do just over 3 miles and can feel my legs & my ability to keep going getting better with each run.
I have to say I miss the running group, I think it definitely helps to improve your running. Before Christmas, I could feel myself improving week to week, my pace had improved. We'll be back on the road in February. So I can't wait! In the meantime, I'm gonna run so I won't suck as bad as February last year.
This weekend marks a year since I gave up smoking and started running. Thanks to everyone who was part of a great year - Brenda the no1 trainer, running group, family, friends & the two best cheerleaders ever {looking forward to next July }.
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