10 mi run

I've been slacking on writing about my exercise (but not on exercising, I swear!). On Sunday my boyfriend and I went for a 10-mile run. We finished it in 1:26:55, so I was pretty happy with it. My knee started hurting around the 8-mile mark, so I was a bit worried. I was wearing my knee brace, and my knee normally only hurts after I run (not while I'm running). I'm hoping it will be better by the next time I run!

7.2 mi run

Yesterday Stephen and I went for a 7.2 mile run after our intramural Ultimate frisbee game (which our team won!). I had a stitch in my side starting around the 2.5-mile mark and later around the 5-mile mark. I don't know if it's just because it's been awhile since I last ran or because I was tired after frisbee. I also wore my knee wrap just because it was bothering me a bit at the game on Saturday.

4.1 mi run

I feel bad because I haven't posted a blog in forever, mostly because it means I haven't exercised in forever. I've been a bit stressed out and busy with marching band and classes the past few weeks. Unfortunately, I've been letting that get in the way of my personal well-being. So the goal from here on out is to not let that happen. I started by going on a 4.11 mile run this evening. I got to try out the new running watch my parents got me for my birthday. I ran for 37:35, so my pace was about 9:08 per mile. It's not the best, but I didn't really expect any better after taking two weeks off. So the goal is to keep ramping up my distance and time before the Des Moines half in October. I'm also going to take a look at the Zumba schedule and try to fit that in at least once a week!

8.2 mi run

I got a long run in today! The 8.2 miles were brutal, to be honest. It was so humid, so I'm really sweaty right now. I think I may be dehydrated (surprise, surprise...). My goal for the week is to drink more water! However, once I cool down, I'm going to watch MIB 3 on the Hawthorne Court green with Chelsey. What a good way to end the weekend!

3.7 mi run

I got in another quick run today. The weather has been amazing for running! My boyfriend and I ran 3.7 miles around campus. Running with him makes jogging so much easier (though I'm pretty certain we go faster than I go on my own!).

3.5 mi run

I finally got to (or more accurately, convinced myself to) run this evening. The weather was gorgeous for it! My feet hurt a bit from marching band, because the entire past week has been band camp. Still, once I got going, I completely forgot about my sore feet, tired legs, and tense shoulders. I just started feeling happy and strong again. I was going slowly, but I was going. It was definitely worth it!

3.5 mi run

Yesterday morning I got in a 3.5 mile run. I've haven't been running much. This past weekend I was home with my family, so I got to walk with my mom and sister. We walked 3 miles one day and 2 another day. I love getting to exercise and talk to them! Talk about being truly happy!

I also ran a bit this morning. I thought I had a lot to do, so today's run was very short! My time freed up, though, so now I actually get to write this blog! I don't have internet access in my apartment, so I'm enjoying a mocha in the community center while I type. It's perfect for a cool, cloudy day! Have a great Thursday!