Yes, you read that right, I ran on a Monday. Was going to run on Sunday, but got home late and wanted to watch a movie with Rachel, so I put it off till Monday.
When I started out, it was raining lightly. The leading edge of moisture from what was left of Tropical Storm Lee had moved into Northern Virginia. I originally started out with a plan to run 3.1 miles to see if I could maintain a sub 10 minute mile pace for 5k distance. Being able to finish a 5k in under 30 minutes would be awesome.
Well after mile 1, which I ran at a pace of 9:21, I was gassed. I took a 90 second walk break and started mile two. I made it about half a mile, and again felt winded, and walked for about 20 seconds. The rest of the run, I kept checking my phone hoping the mileage would miraculously jump up to 2 miles so I could stop. I eventually hit 2 miles and decided to stop. One because I was tired and winded and the thought of grinding through another mile didn't sound like it was something I was up to. And second, the rain had become more steady and I didn't want my iPhone to get too wet.
It was extremely humid when I ran (duh, hence the rain). It's supposed to be a soggy week here, so I may have the same sort of conditions when I run again on Wednesday. Decided to try to do Monday, Wednesday and Friday this week. Depending on the weather, we'll see how that goes. If it's not raining tonight, I may do another 2 mile run. Maybe 2.25 just to build up some more distance.
On a side note, my neck has been hurting for the better part of a week now. At first it felt like a stiff neck from sleeping funny. That usually goes away in a day or two. This has lingered for more than a week. It felt pretty good on Sunday when I went to play golf, but by evening it was hurting again. I have a feeling it's stress related. Nervous about Max starting school and freaking out about my current situation at work. Hoping once Max starts school and I know he is having fun, my neck feels better. Situation at work may take a little while longer to sort out. Luckily Max starts school next Monday, so hopefully that goes well and my neck starts to feel better.
Monday, September 5, 2011
Distance Run: 2 miles
1st Mile: 9:21
2nd Mile: 10:17
Total Time: 19:45
Calories Burned: 212
