6 Weeks And Counting - Halfway There!!!

Sunday

Today marked the half way point in my training before the big day.  There are now only 6 weeks left until I have my feet planted firmly at the start line - now whether they cross is a different story lol

I managed to complete 8 miles today and I also managed my fuelling during the run properly.  This meant that I could complete the who distance.  I felt really good at the end of the run but again my hip was feeling a bit stiff and sore by the end of it.

Tuesday
I never made it to the gym last night and that will have been 2 weeks since I have been.  I did however go for a 5 mile run.  It was fab running conditions which made the run a joy.  Beginning to build in confidence now with these distances.

Wednesday & Thursday
I eventually made it to the gym on Wednesday to complete one of my programs but I tell you - I certianly felt it on Thursday.  So much so, I was swithering whether to go out running.  Time was trotting on but I got my act together, got changed and headed out the door for another 5 miles.  I seriously considered giving up at the 1.5 mile mark and turning home but I dug in and continued on even though my hip was again starting to play up and this time it was sore while running.  By the time I reached the 4 mile mark, I was well into my stride and thoroughly enjoying my run.  By the time I reached home, I was chuffed with the completed distance.  I had also bought a new water bottle with a fabric handle/strap and I have to say its one of the best I have found so far.  It was easy to drink from and had a handly wee pocket to put my jelly babies in :-)  So I can say I was a happy camper with my purchase.  5 miles completed by the time I reached home and felt great.  Downside - turns out the pain in my hip was a bit worse than I thought and I had a restless night with the stiffness and pain.  This will be due to the increase in distance over a short period of time.  Some ibuprofen, rest and some deep cool will help it out I'm sure :-)

I also found out on Thursday that I have to travel to India in 2 weeks time for a business trip.  This is will take 2 weeks out of my training schedule and the trip is 2 weeks before race day.  This means I will only have a week at home before the gun goes off.  Not great but not a disaster.  Just have to make sure the hotel has a gym where I can keep up my running  :-)


Kimbles
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