I sure picked on hell of a day for my long run.
We went Christmas shopping yesterday, so I didn't work out. Of course a storm blew in last night, complete with rain, cold temps and really strong WIND.
And yes, I chose to run in that weather today.
I must be crazy. But I can't use the treadmill (it's still wonky), so I really had no choice.
So I put on my long-sleeved wick-away shirt, a windbreaker/rain jacket, running pants that I thought were waterproof (surprise! They're not) and a hat (which I rarely wear) and headed out to brave the storm.
Overall, it wasn't awful, but there were times when the wind was so strong that I felt as if I was running into a brick wall. And the rain was just persistent. And cold. Brrrrr.
So I ran five miles and was going to stop. But I was still pretty far from home, so I decided to run another five minutes to make it one hour even. And I ended up much closer to home so I didn't have to walk much in the rain.
And again, I am glad I went through with the run. It would have been so much easier to just sit in the house watching football all day. But then I'd feel like a slug, and I hate that feeling.
Today's stats:
Run (in the stormy weather):
Distance: 5.43 miles
Time: 1 hour even
Pace: 11:03 minute/mile
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6 comments:
I hear ya! It was cold (by my standards) this morning for my run, but my day went on better than it would have had I not do it. There's just something about going into Church knowing I've completed my run for the day, and a long one at that.
Good Job Mick!
Now that's dedication. Good for you!
I did not enjoy the rain but in the end I was glad to get it done. Great job!
Running in the rain is hard core. Boo yah!!! That's the spirit!!!
Wonky, what is that? Good job on your run.
Rain + run = a crazy girl! Good job!! It's so hard to get out the door in those circumstances!
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