Another Race

Today I ran in a big race. I didn't run much, but I felt like I ran more than the last race. There were nearly 7000 people there and I felt very intimidated and nervous -- like I didn't fit in. I went alone and didn't know what I was doing but figured it out. I met up with my Weight Watchers leader and a couple other members, but we didn't get far together as I fell behind.

I feel disappointed today. My shins were hurting very much to the point where I actually stopped twice. My feet were numb. And I am sorry to say that I did worse than my last race.

Last race in May: 51:30 and 133/148
Today's race: 58:38 and 1808/1839

My face was bright red and splotchy, and I just felt dumb coming in toward the end looking so red. I actually left instead of staying with my group to watch the half marathoners come in because I felt like people were looking at my red face.

Okay enough whining. It comes down to me being out of shape and just needing to work at this. I wore my old shoes which didn't help (but I was afraid there would be lots of mud for my brand new shoes). I didn't run for the past 2 weeks. I was not properly prepared is what it comes down to.

So, back on the horse. I'll be at the gym 3 times this week starting back at the first day again. I can do this.