Getting in my weekly miles

I have started to become a bit obsessive about making sure I put the miles in during the week and the long run, because I have noticed that my exercise tolerance on the long runs has started to improve.

This weekend I was slated to do a 13 mile long run -- I was cramping Saturday morning and had been invited to a birthday party for a 4 year old Sunday morning. So when was I to do my 13 mile run? I realized my best and safest option was running on the clubhouse's treadmills.

While it isn't the best venue, it is safe. But I have to say, it is really mind numbing to run and walk 13 miles by treadmill -- there is only so much Law and Order of any variety I can watch. However, I had to get my miles in and so, I did complete the run.

The good thing I can say is that my running to walking ratio has improved -- I ran 9 miles and walked 4 miles. People should buy stock in ibuprofen and gatorade -- they're the two products assisting me in pursuing this training regimen.

Anyway, I just enjoyed a great hot shower and am looking forward to some heavy carbohydrate loading!

Reuben