Yes, it's now perfect!
I woke up early this morning at 5:30 AM to run in very humid conditions. I kept my pre-run meal very simple to just a Marathon energy bar. I allowed myself some time to digest it since I am prone to acid-reflex (aka 2nd taste of my meal). I even hit the money for the timing of my new pre-run asthma rescue inhaler to 30-35 minutes and I think it made a huge difference this morning. I even took a packet of salt before I left the house (ack!) and chased it with a glass of water to combat the humidity since I knew I was going to sweat like a b**** today. Everything ended up making for a much easier run for me. I loved it!
After I finished my run, I found myself with my sunglasses being foggy along with looking like I took a shower in my own sweat. I was soaked. I just need to remember to pack a towel or two before I head out for a run - MENTAL NOTE! Now I deserve this rest day that I earned.
Mile 1 9:25
Mile 2 9:25
Mile 3 9:31
Mile 4 8:59
Avg Pace - 9:20/mi
Showing posts with label humidity SUCKS. Show all posts
Showing posts with label humidity SUCKS. Show all posts
Tuesday, June 22, 2010
Thursday, June 17, 2010
It's time for early morning run...
...but it was something that I could not avoid any longer. The weather was getting more and more humid. It's unofficially summer and need to treat it as such.
I got up at 6 AM this morning. I did not want to wake up, but knew that it was not the time to delay this run any longer. I moved quickly and made sure that it was out of the house by 7 AM. By the time I got started, it was well worth the lack of sleep sacrifice because the weather felt cooler and did not overheat as fast during my run. But d*** I still felt the humidity. It was up there. There was no avoiding that part...period. I was so happy when my run was finished because I earned a chance to enjoy the rest of my day with no worries. Plus I earned a morning to sleep in before I have to wake up at 5 AM on Saturday morning.
Mile 1 9:27
Mile 2 9:26
Mile 3 9:29
Mile 4 9:21
I got up at 6 AM this morning. I did not want to wake up, but knew that it was not the time to delay this run any longer. I moved quickly and made sure that it was out of the house by 7 AM. By the time I got started, it was well worth the lack of sleep sacrifice because the weather felt cooler and did not overheat as fast during my run. But d*** I still felt the humidity. It was up there. There was no avoiding that part...period. I was so happy when my run was finished because I earned a chance to enjoy the rest of my day with no worries. Plus I earned a morning to sleep in before I have to wake up at 5 AM on Saturday morning.
Mile 1 9:27
Mile 2 9:26
Mile 3 9:29
Mile 4 9:21
Monday, June 14, 2010
Don't always make assumptions....
...about things that you see around you and when it comes to your running as well.
Well, it has been off and on rainy the entire weekend with it stretching into this morning. The rain finally stopped and moved out of the area just before 2 PM so I got my butt out of the house and hit the Salt Creek Trail again. It felt very cool and enjoyable when I got to my starting point. Well, that enjoyment only lasted for a short time, which was greeted by the humidity that heavily in the air. I ended up forcing myself to take it slow and not rush the first mile so I can finish my workout.
I am glad that I did things that way. By the time I got to the last mile, I was flying and was able to push myself to finish strong. I finished the workout, but I was drenched in humidity and lots of sweat. I hope things are better tomorrow when I attempt the same mileage.
Mile 1 9:46
Mile 2 9:30
Mile 3 9:33
Mile 4 9:07
Avg Pace - 9:29/mi
Well, it has been off and on rainy the entire weekend with it stretching into this morning. The rain finally stopped and moved out of the area just before 2 PM so I got my butt out of the house and hit the Salt Creek Trail again. It felt very cool and enjoyable when I got to my starting point. Well, that enjoyment only lasted for a short time, which was greeted by the humidity that heavily in the air. I ended up forcing myself to take it slow and not rush the first mile so I can finish my workout.
I am glad that I did things that way. By the time I got to the last mile, I was flying and was able to push myself to finish strong. I finished the workout, but I was drenched in humidity and lots of sweat. I hope things are better tomorrow when I attempt the same mileage.
Mile 1 9:46
Mile 2 9:30
Mile 3 9:33
Mile 4 9:07
Avg Pace - 9:29/mi
Saturday, August 02, 2008
Another damn humid run
Well, I am about go out for another humid run. Not looking forward to it. Now praying that the weather gods are nice to me and cooperate on race day.
P.S. to anyone who have Sitemeter on their blog, please make sure that's it's not corrupt. Josh discovered it was causing people to not be able to view blogs if you have IE 6 or 7 - unless you have Firefox. Josh ended up removing it entirely.
P.S. to anyone who have Sitemeter on their blog, please make sure that's it's not corrupt. Josh discovered it was causing people to not be able to view blogs if you have IE 6 or 7 - unless you have Firefox. Josh ended up removing it entirely.
Sunday, July 20, 2008
12 miles done....FINALLY!
Well, my day started with uncertainity. I woke up at 1:30 am to loud thunder, which caused Sadie to run underneath the bed in fear. I fell back to sleep praying that the rain would go away before I woke up at 5 am.
When I woke up at 5 am, I checked the hour by hour forecast starting 7 am. It showed a strong possibility of rain and thunder returning. Boo-hiss! When Josh opened the shades, the clouds had thinned out and the sun shines. I started to relax and had some optimism that this run would go through. I then ate my pre-run sandwich and prepared for the long run.
I started to run at 7:15 am and the temps felt very good. The air felt cool and comfortable. It ended up being something to cover up the very high humidity. The humidity really hit me hard as I increased the mileage.
My run started a little hairy - as in a hairy dog - who attempted to nip my ankles. I thought the dog was contained, but I was wrong. The dog was not secured on the leash with no sight of the owner. As I was forced to completely stop, the owner came out to grab the dog. Thank GOD that I did not get bitten.
Josh rode his bike and was a two-wheeled waterboy. He was so sweet to help me get through this run. He provided Gatorade to me and supplement the water I was carrying. I started to really bonk out at mile 11 as I finished my run.
Mile 1 - 9:45
Mile 2 - 9:41
Mile 3 - 9:37
Mile 4 - 9:38
Mile 5 - 9:39
Mile 6 - 9:44
Mile 7 - 9:45
Mile 8 - 9:36
Mile 9 - 9:42
Mile 10 - 9:47
Mile 11 - 9:45
Mile 12 - 9:49
Total time - 1:56:35
Avg Pace - 9:42/mi
I ended up a present
on my foot from my run. It was not something to expect. I had placed Body Guide on my feet before the run, but it didn't do it its job...period.
After the run, Josh and I had the memorial service for his Grandma to attend. It was a very busy day.
Tommorow - 30 minute recovery run
When I woke up at 5 am, I checked the hour by hour forecast starting 7 am. It showed a strong possibility of rain and thunder returning. Boo-hiss! When Josh opened the shades, the clouds had thinned out and the sun shines. I started to relax and had some optimism that this run would go through. I then ate my pre-run sandwich and prepared for the long run.
I started to run at 7:15 am and the temps felt very good. The air felt cool and comfortable. It ended up being something to cover up the very high humidity. The humidity really hit me hard as I increased the mileage.
My run started a little hairy - as in a hairy dog - who attempted to nip my ankles. I thought the dog was contained, but I was wrong. The dog was not secured on the leash with no sight of the owner. As I was forced to completely stop, the owner came out to grab the dog. Thank GOD that I did not get bitten.
Josh rode his bike and was a two-wheeled waterboy. He was so sweet to help me get through this run. He provided Gatorade to me and supplement the water I was carrying. I started to really bonk out at mile 11 as I finished my run.
Mile 1 - 9:45
Mile 2 - 9:41
Mile 3 - 9:37
Mile 4 - 9:38
Mile 5 - 9:39
Mile 6 - 9:44
Mile 7 - 9:45
Mile 8 - 9:36
Mile 9 - 9:42
Mile 10 - 9:47
Mile 11 - 9:45
Mile 12 - 9:49
Total time - 1:56:35
Avg Pace - 9:42/mi
I ended up a present
on my foot from my run. It was not something to expect. I had placed Body Guide on my feet before the run, but it didn't do it its job...period.
After the run, Josh and I had the memorial service for his Grandma to attend. It was a very busy day.
Tommorow - 30 minute recovery run
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