Logging lots of miles

Last week I ran 15 miles, still logging in at least one mile every day. This week (Sunday) I began the week with what was supposed to be a 6 mile run with Yale and it turned into an almost 9 mile run, which shocked us both but was thoroughly enjoyable. Yale is terrific to run with. We stay together and talk, talk, talk... about everything. It makes the time go by. In addition, it was snowing and the longer we ran, the harder it snowed... it was beautiful and we both felt great. Monday's mile was easy and able to be outside. Today's mile didn't happen yet even though I usually run in the morning. Soooo cold outside. Only 15 degrees. It may be a treadmill mile later in the afternoon.

I have had off and on knee pain while running since this summer, and it has only gotten worse since the weather has turned so cold. Even when I am not running, I have experienced knee pain due to the cold. I recently tried different knee braces. The ones I like the best is a thin knee band that straps directly under the knee. I have one for both knees now and I find that it really helps.

I also run with calf sleeves (compression stockings) that I purchased at a running fair in West Palm. They are supposed to not only help keep your legs warm, but also improve blood circulation and blood flow, allowing runners to run longer and faster. In addition, they promise to offer support to the calf and shins, reducing the likelihood of shin splints. They are comfortable to wear and I like them. I have even worn them while running a mile on the treadmill.

I am excited to have logged in more than 70 consecutive days of running... certainly a first for me!

Treadmill time!

Well, it's true... I have had a few of my miles spent on the treadmill. It is shocking for me but the weather outside has been extra cold and slippery and when it takes more than ten minutes to get dressed for the outside run and just ten minutes to run a mile... it seems to make sense to simply throw on those shorts and running bra and hit the treadmill.

I did sneak an outdoors mile in yesterday morning... 19 degrees but the sun was shining and that's all it takes for me!

On December 5th I ran a 5k in Florida with Yale and Chuck ran it with Nobie. It was a beautiful cooler day for Florida... just perfect for a 3.1 mile run.

And so I keep running... mostly in the morning, once in awhile in the evening. I love when Yale or Chuck or Nobie join me. Eden hasn't joined me since the very first mile I ran making this one mile everyday for one year crazy commitment! Eden is training for another half marathon along with a friend.

I would love to run that half marathon too... still thinking about that one...