Month: July 2017

Today, I started the day with 100 push ups. That makes me feel good, because I haven’t been able to do 100 in a while. Not because I couldn’t do them, but because I like to go as far as I can without straining. Today, I got to 100 like that. Feels good.

I hit the “Lake track” (what I call the sidewalk circle around the pond in front of our house) with a decent pace, but nothing too fast. I concentrated on being comfortable on the edge of working hard. It paid off. While my overall pace was an 8:56/mile average, I felt great, had no pain or discomfort in my legs, and my breathing was easy. It was actually a really nice run. I wore new shorts and a new hat for today’s run, and I like this new hat a lot more than my old one which was too big. Also, it was cooler out today; about 10 degrees cooler than the last 5 runs or so. I know this weather won’t last, so I enjoyed it while I could.

This run started with more push ups than my last run with 90, but still not back to 100 yet. I don’t know why; I think it’s because I haven’t been getting enough sleep lately coupled with a lack of carbs. Either way, it’s something I’m working on. I like being in 100+ push up territory more than I like being in the 80-95 range.

The run itself was pretty darned good. I set out to do a little bit faster pace than my last run and also a little bit more than 3 miles, and I succeeded in both. The best part: my second to last quarter mile was the closest I’ve been in a runner’s high in a long time. I felt myself gliding alone, cognizant of foot strikes, but not really feeling them. I felt great! I was floating along for an entire quarter mile, and it was glorious. The last quarter mile wasn’t nearly as effortless, but still pretty decent. At the end, I felt great, and I felt as if I’d accomplished something.

My next run will be Tuesday to give my legs and arms a chance to heal and prepare.

This run started off with 80 push ups. I was very tired, having only 5 hours of sleep for the previous two nights, but I was determined to get out and complete a run. On top of that, I decided to go for a little longer distance than I’ve been doing in the past few weeks. Crazy, right?

Since I was setting out in some serious heat, I decided to wear a personal hydration system (like a Camelback) for the first time. I was pleased that there was no chafing or rubbing. Even though I never drink water before or during a run, since it was so hot, I decided I’d rather be safe than sorry on this run in the event I started feeling heat exhaustion coming on.

My pace was slower than usual, but it felt good. Really good. My pace was very consistent throughout the run, as well, which is something else I’ve been working on. Overall, I’m very pleased with this run and I look forward to running again soon.

Today’s run was a bear. I started with only 80 push ups. I immediately felt tired and a bit worn out. I then hit the pavement with the air temperature at 87 degrees and sunny. The sun beating down on me coupled with two days off from running made it pretty difficult. I was somewhat okay for the first two miles, but I really wanted to quit before the third was done. I’m happy to say I stuck it out and hit three miles, but it was hard going. Pace was acceptable: under 9 min/mile which is a goal for me, so I’ll take it.

I’m hoping my next run is better. Also, I’m not putting, “Post-Run Report” in the titles anymore. I think it’s already known by the category and the photos.

Started the morning with 85 push ups and set off for a comfortable, easy-paced run. It was beautiful out, a nice and relatively cool 79 degrees with a slight breeze. The route I took today had a lot of trees and was very pleasant. I didn’t set out to run fast today; just a comfortable and slow pace. I still got a sub-10 Minute average, so that’s good at least. My next run will likely be a morning run as well. I think I’m done with afternoon runs for the time being. It’s just too damned hot here in Texas in the summer to run comfortably or safely.