A Nervous Day

Today we are heading out on our longest runs yet - and the longest since my freaky 15. I am nervous, hoping that today's run will be much easier than 15 was - a run that ended in tears and a lot of pain. Luckily I was able to recover quickly so I am hopeful that it was just a fluke - dehydration or something.

While I'm currently making a protein-packed lunch for us and icing what feels like a shin splint, Rich is pouring bottles of Gatorade and water and bagging them up to drop off along our route. We've mapped out a beautiful run on Gmaps Pedometer - a lot of ocean front and a brand new route sure to keep our minds off of the aches and pains the next three hours will bring. It's sunny and warm but there seems to be a breeze so hopefully it won't be too hot.

Thanks to everyone for the advice, music recommendations and support! You've been a tremendous inspiration. We'll update the blog tonight or tomorrow with an update.

Update: Chris and I finished the long runs with a strong pace and no major cramping, pain, etc. We both felt great (as did the post run dinner feast and cocktails!)