My week in review

I somehow managed to run the entire 5K Zoo Run Run race on Saturday. It was quite a challenge since I have only been training on my treadmill. The off road parts of the course were tough, especially the up hill gravel/dirt/mud part. And the dang meerkat hill being near the end of the race nearly did me in!! But, with the help of my husband running beside me, I was able to persevere and run the whole way. What an accomplishment for me since I have never done anything like this in my life!! And it was great to stand at the finish line and cheer Shelley and Lisa on at the end. I am so proud of all of us, including Susan, who ran in the cold weather and finished. And to top it off, my pace was at a 10.5 minute mile which is better than I have been doing!!! :)

I took Sunday off and then ran on Monday night on my treadmill. Let me tell you that it was so hard! I got a terrible side cramp after about 2.25 miles and had to stop and walk a half mile and then I was barely able to run another mile. I couldn't believe how hard it was! I thought the treadmill would be a breeze or at least not be too challenging after running outside. I was so disappointed and disgusted. I ran again on Wed and completely made up for my lackluster performance on Monday as I ran 3.66 miles, all running!! I think we are supposed to hit 4 miles this weekend so I am feeling like maybe I can do that tomorrow at Opry Mills. Let's keep our fingers crossed!