My Thanksgiving break started today after work. I do have some work-related stuff to take care of, but at least, I will be working in the comfort of my home.
Tomorrow is Saturday and I plan on running a long run tomorrow. I want to do a long, not fast run. Maybe a 10K? I will be doing it on the treadmill at the Y. Boring I know.
I don't know what's with me recently about running outside. The weather has turned cool and I love the temperature. But I am not exactly excited about running outside. I think it has to do with the move. Previously, I can run down the end of my street and back and that will be over 5K. And when I crossed the highway and went to the school and back, it will be a good 5 miles. The route is straight and safe. Now, I kinda have to go through some funky parts of town and go through a lot of turns and it just isn't as nice or safe. And there are some unknown looking dogs that I am scared of. Argh!
I used to love running with a running buddy. But I think I have lost some confidence in my running ability. I hate to have my running friend drive 20 miles to where I am and run a mere 4 or 5 miles with me. I also don't want someone physically there to push me or hold me accountable. Yeah. I don't want to be accountable. I'm a lazy runner. Oh no!
I can run up and down the highway. But I hate running alone like that - I don't feel safe. I would love to bring Paddy but she is kinda paranoid about speeding vehicles. What's the deal with "I don't feel safe" ?? But I should trust my gut feeling right? If I don't feel safe, it probably isn't totally 100% safe.
I bought some mis-tinted paint from Wal-Mart today for $5. I am going to FINALLY paint some shelves and am crossing my fingers so tightly and hoping that it will be an okay color.
On the eating front, I am doing well. I have been watching myself and avoid putting junk in myself. Breakfast was oatmeal and hot tea with milk. Lunch was turkey breast on wheat bread with a slice of harvarti cheese, lettuce and pickles. Tonight, I am going to make myself a brothy chicken soup with some egg noodles. My stomach hasn't been feeling gunked up like it was when I wrote that post about me being dirty. So this is good! :)
Lastly, I want to gripe about gift. I don't expect a gift for my birthday or Christmas or anniversary or anything. And I don't mean to be ungrateful. But people knows I am into running and cooking. Why can't they just give me a pair of running socks, or GU, or a Spibelt or a medal hanger or some safety lights. I would much rather people save the money or spend it on themselves instead of splurging on $100 perfumes or some fancy technology stuff that I have to read the manual and set up. Socks are easy. You rip the packaging and wear it. :)
Question of the Day: What's on your Santa wish list?
I'm putting all my Christmas money toward heart-rate/lactate testing. You know you're a runnerd when...
ReplyDeleteAs much as the 'mill sucks, go with your gut re: safety. It's just better than to worry the whole time and not have a remotely relaxing run.
I agree, go with your gut on finding safe routes to run. Maybe after you've lived there longer you'll be able to scope out some good routes? I guess we'll find out.
ReplyDeleteMy Santa wish list so far only has 1 thing, the UnderArmour hoodie that has thumb-holes in the long sleeves. That's about it...
I agree, go with your gut. If you don't feel safe, there's probably a reason. I just had a dog close call the other day. No fun.
ReplyDeleteYay for clean eating! Tough at this time of year.
I don't wish for much as we don't exchange gifts. All about the kids here. Pie in the sky though would be a bike trainer.
Definitely stick to the places where you feel safe. I have the treadmill for that exact reason. BUT - I "treat" myself and drive to run with friends or outside every once in a while because it's a nice change. Don't feel bad about driving to get in a good run!
ReplyDeleteI hear you, I don't like running in my neighborhood either. I rather drive 20 minutes and go for a run there. But those 20 minutes are perfect for an excuse! :) Maybe you can talk to your run friends to alternate, one time at your place, the other time at his place, therefore you share the ride?!
ReplyDeleteI need the accountability of my running friends. We have switched up our routes from time to time.
ReplyDeleteRe: gifts, we always do honor cards for Hands to Hearts. Google this great organization, of course close to our family with a child born in India. People can give something and feel good about it, and so can you!