4 Miles and LOTS of Humidity!

I did it! 4 miles down - as well as one full week of running completed. I think I did really well today. I got out about 7:30 and paced myself well. I only had to walk about .25 mile - which is pretty good considering that's about what I walked during my three miler on Tuesday. I also started probably much slower than I needed to. I'm going to have to figure that out as I run more long distances. By starting slower though I was able to finish much stronger. Needless to say, I'm proud of my work today. This is the farthest I have run since April probably when I ran 5 miles. Knowing that I've done 5 before and 4 today just adds to the confidence building up inside me for the really long runs.

My legs are a little sore. I stretched out last night and today after I ran. The soreness will probably be around for a while. Running and dancing are going to keep my muscles guessing! Even though I stretch when running, it ultimately tightens up the muscles; whereas with dance, I need to be loose and flexible. So far it hasn't been an issue though, and I think as long as I keep stretching good I'll be A-OK!

I'm so glad it's a three day weekend! Of course, after today there's only one more day to enjoy. We're going to visit and celebrate birthdays and anniversaries this afternoon! I'm excited - and I think JJ and Jojo are ready for a little travel and visiting, too. They love Texas - though maybe not as much as I do.

Happy Labor Day Weekend everyone!

Rockin' Along

Today was another 3 mile run... AND I did it! I was about 2 minutes faster in time from Tuesday, but I think part of that was due to the threat of rain and the garbage truck. I'm really bad about trying to look good when others are watching (and I don't mean appearance). So every time I'd see the garbage truck, I'd stand up straighter and run a little faster. Sounds crazy, right? I even do it when people come out to get the paper and I see them. Anyway, I think that was one of the reasons why I was a little faster today. There was more moisture in the air, but the cool temperature helped keep it from being too bad. So far this week I've run 8 miles. Wow! And after my 4 miler on Sunday I will have almost ran the half marathon distance. Granted, it was over the course of 4 days, but I still did it. Just proof that I can and will do it.

I'll admit though, this accountability is great. Around 2.5 I was ready to go in the house, and I seriously considered stopping. Of course, then I realized I would have to come here this morning and tell you all that's what I did. I couldn't let myself do that! Especially after I already ran 3 miles on Tuesday. :)

Today is a very special day for three very special people. First, it's my mom and dad's 39th wedding anniversary. I am so blessed to have two fabulous parents. They've been great role models and have shown that good times or bad - love, family and God are all you need to have a fulfilling life.

Second, it's B's 12th birthday!!! Happy Birthday B! I honestly can't believe that next year he'll be an official teenager. Fortunately, he's a really awesome guy, and he loves the Lord. Can't complain about that!

I hope everyone in blog land has a great Thursday! Only one more day, then a nice long three day weekend.