First, the bad news. My new shoes aren't the solution to my sore feet on long runs.
Second, the good news. My 15 mile run today was awesome. I felt great. I had sore feet for the last few miles but because I was expecting it, it seemed easier to take. I felt substantially better after 15 miles today than I did at the 15 mile mark last weekend. Also, I took an Aleve about 8 miles in and I think that helped, too. My legs didn't feel as sore so I believe that made the feet easier to handle.
I'm starting to feel like this marathon is going to be okay. Also, I know it helped to find out that my friend Wendy and her husband Ken plan to run the marathon alongside me and my running buddy Vicki. I knew Wendy and Ken were coming to run the marathon but didn't know they were going to stick with us. Wendy said that she wants to cross the finish line with me. They are so awesome! They're veteran marathoners and could finish much faster but they said they don't care about time. What a mental boost that will be to have them by my side! It's going to help me tremendously.
Life is good!
2 comments:
Ahh I loved this blog entry! We are SO excited to run with you and be there for your first marathon. I even started packing last night (yes, 2 weeks before we leave!). I'm so glad you had a great run. Now just stay healthy and injury-free and we'll meet you in Detroit!
How cool is that??? YEAH!!!!
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