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First of Many

Today was my first long run while training for Boston. Boy oh boy was that a mental challenge. I feel that I am in really good shape physically but it is the mental aspect that always gets to me! I have never trained this early in the year before and it is very challenging getting motivated.  I tried this run on Saturday and I got so sick and I was so tired from skiing. So I ended up doing my 11 today! I ran the loop in my neighborhood which is about 1.5 miles then went on a trail near my house.



Tip: Make sure that you are mentally ready for your run.  I try to run at the same time in the morning so my body is use to running and this helps my mind prep for the long haul ahead of me.

Goal: Try to make your last mile your fastest mile!

Gear:

PANTS:  Today I ran in my Nike Women's Tech pant. I LOVE these pants. They are thinner but keep you just right on temperature.  Not fleece lined, tight up on my waist so there is no slippage. LOVE THEM!!!

SHOES: I ran in the Saucony Kinvara 5.  I love these shoes.  They were kind of a random purchase but I have fallen in love with them.  They are very light weight. They aren't the greatest support for my high arches but overall a great shoe.




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