So I'm at the point in my training where I ask myself... 'self, why did you sign up for this?'
I've had allergy/cold symptoms for a week and a half and I think it's the main cause of my lack of enthusiasm. Also the development of a blister on my toe has caused some reservations.
I think I am back on the good side of the hill (of dislike), I expect to enjoy my exercise this week.
I just can't look too far ahead. 8.4 miles felt like undoable, yet I did... and the soreness should be gone tomorrow. If I start thinking about 10 and 11 miles I really have a tough time... That is nearing 2 hours of running which seems too long. Alright choosing to not think about that until it comes.
Now if I can figure out how to banish this blister. It doesn't really bother me, but it's not pretty and it's almost flip-flop season. Also I am not convinced that it won't start hurting and start irritating me during runs. Any advice? It is on the tip of my second toe.
Now to choose thankfulness. I am so thankful that I have to ability to run such long distances. God has blessed me with health. This is only the second cold (or allergy) battle I've had. I haven't been throwing up sick and I can still run (just a little slower and easier then I would in normal health).
I've committed to this, I will finish it if I can.
