Time Flies When You're Having Fun!

Looking back it has been awhile since I last posted. "Time Flies When You're Having Fun!".  I have been maintaining, well actually increasing, my training miles since my last post. I am trying something new because of scheduling issues. I am running back-to-back on the weekends. I know that goes against what I have preached because REST is important. I seem to be doing well and getting rest on weekdays. I do run short mileage once during the week. So far, so good.

I am coaching a half-marathon training group on Saturday mornings. I really enjoy assisting newer runners who are training for their first half-marathon. It is a pleasure to pass on what I have learned from so many experienced runners over the years. As I've told them, "I don't want you to make the same mistakes I made." On Wednesday of this week I will begin coaching a "No Boundaries" running program for new runners. These are the people who have made a life changing decision to get out and walk/run. We will meet on Wednesday evenings and Sunday mornings. Not sure how my running schedule will be impacted by these duties. I don't mind, I will figure something out.

On October 20th, I will be running the Empire State Half-Marathon in Syracuse, NY. It will be my first half since the OUC last December. Much like I tell the new runners, "don't worry about your time." I want to be able to run well and feel good afterward, that's all. I will evaluate my training at that point and move forward as I outlined in an earlier post.

A special "Thank You" to my friend Pamela Starr for running with me on Sunday's. She has been instrumental in keeping my training moving forward. She too is training for a half-marathon. It has been a fun several months of long, hot miles. Oh, and she enjoys a stop at Panera after the run. Need to re-fuel!