- Mahatma Gandhi
I certainly feel strong right now! Today's walk was TOUGH from beginning to end. I almost managed to convince myself not to go through with my training at all. I had a whole list of excuses ready - it was too early (6:00 am), my legs were too sore, it looked like it might rain, it was too windy and I just didn't want to go out. It took a tremendous amount of willpower to get dressed and get outside. I started out my walk with the determination that I was going to finish my eight miles, no matter the pace.
About a mile into the walk, still feeling stiff and sore, I saw some adorable jackrabbits in the field. Every time I would get a little close, they would hop away. I probably "chased" them for half a mile.
Seeing the bunnies put a bit of extra spring into my step, but with the wind at my face, I just couldn't seem to improve my pace. It wasn't until I made it to mile four and could turn away from the wind that I was able to pick up the pace. From that point to the end of the walk, my pace improved every five-minute interval from 14:47 to 14:29. Although I wish that I could have maintained a bit better time, I am proud that I was able to finish strong.
Although I was sore and tired, I still managed to go for about a two-mile walk with my family later in the day. My next half-marathon is in 41 days, and although I may not be the most fit or athletic person, there is a power in willpower and at this rate, I will finish strong!
Weekly Stats
Total Mileage: 18.6 miles
Longest: 8.0 miles (14:29 minute/mile)
Weight: 199.0 (-0)
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