This past week has been one of frustration, some sadness, and maybe even a little relief.
I missed my long run this week and felt terrible and in an agitated state until Sunday when I managed to squeeze it in. So, keeping on my schedule is critical as I move forward on the training.
Last week I started over with my training schedule to begin a new marathon training program with my running partner. Last year he really pushed hard and screwed up his knee, and has been trying to recover since. Throughout last fall and winter we've been running, and now that marathon trading has begun anew, his leg has been in considerable pain despite stretching and icing and braces, etc.
Yesterday he finally told me he's giving up on the marathon this year. I am saddened yet relieved that he will get a chance to recover fully and hopefully begin fresh in later months.
Now I am here, needing to truly find my track and get my distances every day. The next couple months will be extremely challenging and hot here in Chicago, so hydration and nutrition are key to conditioning!
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