Personally, I think the difference between training for a 10k and training for a half marathon is I have to go running even when I really, really don’t want to. You can get by on a 10k with blowing off some long runs, but I know I’ll regret not sticking to my training schedule during the half, so I’m trying to be good!

I know it’s all a means to an end–I want to do this race, so I have to put in the time.

My legs felt like molasses the entire time. My arms were heavy. It was raining (again). But, I tried to think positively, and once I hit the 3.0 mile mark and could turn around, I felt much better! The last 30 minutes of my 6.0 mile run was much more pleasant and I am so glad I went! 🙂

Here are my statistics:

• Duration: 1 hour, 2 minutes
• Average Heart Rate: 160 bpm
• Maximum Heart Rate: 178
• Calories Burned: 540

When I came home, I had a protein shake (mmm protein chunks!):

Lunch and Errands

Future Husband is cautious of tofu, but he liked it! I think the turkey bacon made it feel more “meaty.” 🙂

After lunch, we checked out Future Husband’s little brother’s college apartment (very cool). Then, we went to Costco for the essentials. It was SAMPLE DAY! I had a cracker with cheese:

A Costco lady actually yelled at me for taking pictures inside of the store. It was weird! I also had a cracker, but there’s no picture because I dutifully kept the camera tucked away. 🙂 Then, we stopped at the grocery store and bought stamps to mail out our wedding invitations. I couldn’t resist getting a little chocolate, so Future Hus and I split a Dove Dark Chocolate bar.

Now, I’m watching the Olympic Marathon (the men’s) and it is absolutely insane. They did the first 4 miles in 18 minutes….Dang! I enjoyed a nice bowl of oatmeal and a plum for dinner (too tired to cook!!), but I forgot to take a picture… sorry! 🙂 See you for a nice run tomorrow!