I had a running nightmare last night. I dreamt I was on the treadmill for an eight mile run, and no matter what I did, I couldn't get the numbers to go past two miles. I woke up after I jammed my toe into the foot board of my bed, which kind of hurt.
I know the dream is the result of a minor freak out I had yesterday, over my 10 mile race scheduled for a week from Sunday. I started worrying that I haven't been getting the right amount of training in. After thinking about it, and looking over my miles these past couple of months, I realize I'm okay. I run 3 or 4 times a week, at least five miles at a time, and I've been running hills basically every Saturday morning since early January. So I have my head on straight again, and for the moment, I feel okay.
Luke has Spring Break this week, and he and Eliza were really good about letting me run 8 miles on the treadmill today. I put a movie on for them, and aside for the time I had to stop to help Eliza out in the bathroom, they occupied themselves with an elaborate game of Bakugan, a Sleeping Beauty doll, and Legos. My run was great, I tried out some Lemon Lime Nuun that I won in Allie's giveaway. Aside from a slight Alka Seltzer taste, it did a great job at keeping me hydrated.
I've been using my foam roller every day since I bought it, and I love it. After my six mile run to the beach, I had a weird cramp/ache in my hamstring. I rolled it a few times that night, and the next day I was back to normal. When I'm not using it, Luke puts it on his arm as some kind of Star Wars/Transformer Armor. So we're getting our money's worth.
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I know the dream is the result of a minor freak out I had yesterday, over my 10 mile race scheduled for a week from Sunday. I started worrying that I haven't been getting the right amount of training in. After thinking about it, and looking over my miles these past couple of months, I realize I'm okay. I run 3 or 4 times a week, at least five miles at a time, and I've been running hills basically every Saturday morning since early January. So I have my head on straight again, and for the moment, I feel okay.
Luke has Spring Break this week, and he and Eliza were really good about letting me run 8 miles on the treadmill today. I put a movie on for them, and aside for the time I had to stop to help Eliza out in the bathroom, they occupied themselves with an elaborate game of Bakugan, a Sleeping Beauty doll, and Legos. My run was great, I tried out some Lemon Lime Nuun that I won in Allie's giveaway. Aside from a slight Alka Seltzer taste, it did a great job at keeping me hydrated.
I've been using my foam roller every day since I bought it, and I love it. After my six mile run to the beach, I had a weird cramp/ache in my hamstring. I rolled it a few times that night, and the next day I was back to normal. When I'm not using it, Luke puts it on his arm as some kind of Star Wars/Transformer Armor. So we're getting our money's worth.
Don't forget my Amazing Grass Energy Bar Giveaway...it ends this Sunday, April 25th.......
19 comments:
I love my foam roller too - although I have never seen one that is hollow in the middle.
Sounds like you are more than prepared for your 10 miles. You will do great! :)
That is a great picture!!! Aren't you glad that you are getting your money's worth with the roller, a toy for your kids and a life saver for you!! Have a great night!!!
I've never heard of a foam roller. Do I need this?
I love that picture
I ask my roller to marry me, she didnt reply, felt awkward, instead she made almost cry, well she does that almost every night. I love foam rollers
Do you love your roller? I saw that one at the expo and thought it would be a bit more packable than my huge roller or my stick.
No worries on the race--you're ready!:)
I had a running nightmare last night too because I have a race this sunday! Crazy how that happens!
Hey, that's cute-"May the force be with you!" LOL!
Love the multiple use of the foam roller. I'm with Luke and still think it is the greatest thing going!
Considering I count walking out to get the mail my exercise, I've never even heard of a foam roller. Sounds like a handy thing, though!
And I love the picture! I gave that same helmet to a good friend's son for his past birthday and he could barely get the wrapping paper off in his excitement. As I have two young girls, I hadn't the slightest clue what to get a 5-year-old boy for his birthday, but apparently I guessed well!
Hi Molly,
OMG, Luke just cracks me up...he is such a little boy!! God bless the little boys:)
I need to get one of those darn foam rollers! Everyone is just going bananas over them...you know me, I don't want to miss out:) I have heard that they are worth every penny!
Don't worry about your freak out...you are going to be fine:) I also had my own little freak out before my half and it all worked out! Keep smiling friend!!
haha, i love how our kiddos can get creative with our every day items!
That pic is wonderful! Now if I had a foam roller I don't think I'd know what to do with it.
Love the picture! I am also worrying about that race on May 2. I just don't know if I have trained enough for it. I will have to just DO IT, right?
That was no dream. That was a NIGHTMARE!
I was thinking about getting the grid foam roller. have you ever used any other foam roller to compare it to?
Luke is too cute!
Now I am nervous about the race coming up. I KNOW you can do it and will run a great race? I keep telling myself it will be alright but the E. Colvin street hill might kill me :)
That foam roller is a miracle worker isn't it? I "heart" mine too.
That does sound like a horrible nightmare. Especially the treadmill part! I hate running on the mill. Good luck with your 8 miler! And you are going to be just fine w/ your 10 mile race. Good luck!
awesome outfit!
You will do great in your race! Sounds like you are more than ready for it!! Good luck!
Love the pic! :) And that's great that your kids let you get your running done without much interruption. I wish my kids were more like that. LOL
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