Weekly Rundown- I DID IT!!!
YES! I completed the Skunk Ape 50 mile race. It may come as no surprise that it was one of the hardest things I’ve ever done in my life. Full recap coming on Tuesday! For now, I’m linking up with Kim and Deborah for the Weekly Rundown. Here’s how the week went: Sunday Easter Sunday! I slept in, ate waffles, did some cooking for dinner, and then in the afternoon got out for a trail run: This run felt good! I ran 4 miles in my new trail shoes, and then changed into my road shoes (which I’ve been doing most of my runs in) and ran another half mile. I just wanted to compare the two- the shoes are slightly different (although I can’t even explain how) but neither pair is more or less comfortable than the other. Decision made! I will wear my trail shoes for the race. Monday Upper body strength (featuring the pull up bar) and Caroline Girvan deadbug workout. Tuesday In the morning I did a Caroline Girvan abs workout. After work my daughter and I went to the gym, where I ran 3 miles on the treadmill. I’m wearing long sleeves because I’m trying to keep myself hot on every run, even in the AC- it’s supposed to be 92 on race day. (Spoiler alert- it got up to 94). Wednesday Mobility work and upper body strength. I went to the chiropractor, and then had a 90 minute nap! Good day. Thursday Last (very easy, 2 mile) run before the race. As I was heading out the door my daughter called out helpfully “Don’t break anything!” Er, thanks- I’ll try not to. Friday Pack. Work. Drive to Ocala- this is it! Saturday 50 mile race!!!!! Sooooooo happy I finished. Sunday Oof- this is going to be hideous. I’m SO sore, and I have to drive four hours home. Oh well- it was all worth it! How was your week? Do you have any races or big events coming up?