I thought that would be a fun title to use immediately after veganista's previous post.
The slump continues -- it is hard to get psyched up for running most days -- but I'm still managing to get out at least three times a week. The official race registration helps me keep my eye on the goal.
I also reached a milestone: 3 miles without stopping or walking. I did it for the first time last week, without my son in the jogging stroller. I ran 3 miles on Sunday with him in the stroller but I couldn't do it without walking a little. That extra weight really makes a difference (at least in my head).
When I first contacted the coaches of the Marathon Charity Partners training group and asked about a training plan, they pointed me to a guide to getting started. Then they said, "When you are running three miles without stopping, three times a week, for four weeks, get in touch with us for a training plan." I hope to be at that point by the end of August. Then I'll have two more months to build up to six miles.
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Congrats! I know that you can do it! And having extra weight to cart around definitely makes a difference.
A large reason for your slump could be the weather. It's really difficult to get excited about running when it's already hot and humid outside. No matter what time of day you run, it's always more enjoyable out of direct sunlight.
Have you been to Roosevelt Island? It's not paved and some sections might have tricky footing, but it's beautifully shaded and that might inspire you to run!
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