Due to rain in the forecast for tomorrow I decided to move my long run up to today.
On the schedule 18 miles.
I fueled up with some instant Kashi oatmeal with some almond butter. And forgot to take a photo. Oopsie.
I walked the pooch and then headed to the beach. I saw mention of strong winds but I thought I had seen it for tomorrow….. it was really windy when I got there. I was doing an out and back route along the coast. As I headed out I was going into a wicked head wind (yes I’m from New England).
The ocean was a bit angry too….
As I was nearing the turn around point I decided to shoot for 20 miles total instead of 18, so ran 10 out and then was very happy to head back….. with a nice tail wind. Along the way I had 3 Just Plain flavored Gu’s.
A couple times during my run I had to stop and stretch my achilles and foot, but I was actually surprised how good my foot and leg felt.
Distance: 20
Time: 3 hours
Avg Pace: 9 min/mile (slower than I would have liked but I think the 10 miles of headwind got me)
On my way home I snacked on a banana & a blueberry Luna bar.
The post long run shower rocks. I was so happy to get cleaned up after all those miles.
Then time for food!!
LUNCH- Ezekiel english muffin w/ eggs, cheese, salsa, avocado and some plain greek yogurt.
Oh heaven…..
Now off to hang with the hubby and enjoy some dinner.
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Good job on the long run! I love runners. We make an 18-miler into a 20-miler and don’t think twice about it
I can’t believe how quickly you’re getting back into the swing after surgery – great run!
I might attempt my first post-sickness run today if my husband lets me
I am so happy I have been able to jump back into it so soon! I am so happy I was able to do laparoscopic surgery, I cannot imagine what the healing time would have been otherwise.
What a fantastic run!! I never run 20 if I’m only suppose to run 20. You’re an inspiration!
Of course when I added the mileage I was only have way done, at that moment adding an extra mile out didn’t seem like a big deal…. funny how that happens on an out and back run.
Sorry to be such a stalker! I saw this today and thought of you! http://www.cafepress.com/+mug,216152366
ha ha! I LOVE that! Hhhmm…. may have to get one.