Attitude is Everything!

Ran on the TM at the gym.  Started out slow and speed up- finished my last 1 1/2 miles at a 7:30 pace.  AP- 8:10.  I think the treadmill is good for mental training- it is so tedious  I always increase my pace just to finish faster-  It feels like the last mile or so of a marathon- I can't wait for it to be over.  Maybe I need to get my ipod charged or get a book on tape to help pass the time.

Meet the BBK group this morning.  I got there a little late for the early miles but so did Dean so I ran the first 2.45 miles with him.  I don't know if I am really out of it or what but the pace seemed fast today.  My Garmin said my average pace was 8:40 but I know this does not represent how fast we actually ran.  The pace was slow on my garmin because we slowed down several times to allow everyone to regroup.  I wonder how fast we were actually running- if I had time I suppose I could figure it out but... I don't.  

It was really nice talking and listening to the others today as I ran.  I wish it wouldn't have seemed so tough.

Met the BBK group for a long run.  We ran most of the Riverton 1/2 course.  Started out at a nice pace.  Most of the run felt great, although I struggled on the hill by Lovers lane.  I was proud of myself for pushing my way through and finishing strong with the last .8 miles being at a 7:45 pace.  I was also proud of myself for stopping at 10.8 miles.  Most of the group added 4 more miles, I need to take it easy on my knees and build slowly.  This is tough for me to do- I hate being slower or doing less- but I have got to learn to listen to my body and follow MY plan.  My splits this morning were: 9:38, 8:50, 8:36, 9:16, 8:51, 8:36, 8:40, 9:08, 8:04, 8:25, 7:51 (.8).  For an AP of 8:44.

Great run and great company.  I am glad I got out of bed at 6:10