18K: Boo Ya!

That is how much I ran yesterday!  I am really proud of myself.  The Ottawa Half Marathon is in less than 3 weeks and I  figured that I better get some long runs in.  I haven't done a run that long since December.  When I showed up at the Running Room for the run it was nice to hear everyone say that they were wondering where I was and how I had been.  The one thing that I did not appreciate is that people think that if you are not running with them that you are not running at all.  Here is a conversation that pissed me off:


Person X: Hey!  Long time no see.  Are you running with the half marathon group?
Me: Yup
Person X: You know that we are doing 18 K
Me: Yup
Person X: You know that is a lot?!  Are you going to be able to do it?
Me: Yup ----I walk away


I appreciate her concern, but just because I am not running here does not mean I am not running and also, I am a physically active person.  Maybe I have not been running the long distances but I can do it.  I have done it and I know that I can.  Granted I wasn't at the head of the group, but I wasn't the last on either.


On that note, after the run (it took 2 hours and 28 minutes).  I took a bath for 15 minutes with 2 cups of eucalyptus infused Epson salts.  I find that this really helps to relieve the pain in my legs.  I have to admit that today I am in pain and even my abs hurt, but it is a good pain.


Tonight I am going to try a muscle class and Zumba, I figure I better go with the momentum that I am feeling!


On another note, I took a 4 hour bartending class on Saturday.  It was so much fun.  I learned the proper way to mix all types of drinks.  I cannot wait to show off my skills.  I really love making drinks and whenever we have parties I am always the bartender.  I love coming up with yummy concoctions and this class just added to my knowledge.


Have a great Monday!