Mileage Report

I'm at 399.8 for the year.

If I'm completely over this bronchitis by the end of the month, I should have no problem reaching my goal of 500 miles for the year.

Should I go for 750 for next year maybe?

Bronchitis Report

Two weeks without a run.

I'm on an inhaler, an antibiotic and cough syrup with codeine.

I'm really missing running, and I'm probably 10 days away from being able to pick it up again.

Damn.

Good Week

Had another great week. 18 quality miles.

The adjusted speed workout seems to be paying off.

Why are good running shoes so expensive? Because they're worth it.

Gimme Some Carbs

After taking a week off in August, I've had two solid weeks of training. No missed workouts. No low effort days. I'm even getting the dog out for morning runs twice a week.

And man am I hungry.

Around 8:15 PM each night, I've been having unbelievable cravings for carbs. Usually something of the cereal or cracker variety.

I'm doing my best to eat as healthy as possible, but sometimes I just need mass quantities.

Don't get in my way.

Long Run Sunday 8/30/2009

Had a great 7 mile run on Sunday.

Felt faster than last Sunday. The increased speed work is finally helping.

It's funny how adding miles seems to be easier than making those miles faster.

Progress

For the first time on Speed Work Tuesday, I was able to do 3 x 1/2 miles under 4 minutes (3:58, 3:56, 3:49).

So I feel pretty good about that.

No Run Sunday 7/12/2009

Skipped the solo run on Sunday and did a bike ride with the whole family instead.

It was awesome.