This is the rain I was expecting

6 Miles - 49:58

Just not as much of it as I got. It was about 45 degrees today, a little drizzle as I took off for my run. It was nice, I was wearing shorts, which felt good, and the snow was almost all gone. Nice day for a run. After 3 miles however, it started to pour, and all of a sudden, it got a lot colder. I poured the rest of the run, and continued to get colder. My legs were numb when I got done. After 4 miles, me left calf started to cramp up, which I thought was going to stop me. I was able to stretch it out a little while running and finish, I just hope it doesn't hurt me for tomorrow.

Careful what you wish for

5 Miles - 41:25

So I heard it was supposed to rain today, which I was all excited about, becasue that meant it was warm enough to rain. Well, I got what I wished for, it was raining when I went out to run, I think it was just a few degrees warm enough to rain. So cold rain, which was melting all the snow, so I was jumping through puddles. My shoes were about 5 lbs heavier each.

I was able to get good footing though, so no slipping and slidding, and was able to go 5 miles without any issues. I thought about going 6, but the path might have been a little too wet, I'll see how it looks tomorrow.

Pretty Sore Today

4 Miles - 37:45

I think all that slipping and sliding that I have been doing on the icy path has taken a toll on my leg muscles, I was sore today. It also snowed last night, so it was a bit warmer, but I was having a hard time pushing off. I did use some vaseline today to help with the chafing, felt much better. I also started today with drinking chocolate milk after my runs, I have been reading that it has a good combo of carbs, protein and fat to help you recover quicker. We shall see. Might take tomorrow off, and then run three straight days before I head to Chicago.

Better Yet

4 Miles - 33:32

I think it was colder today than yesterday, but it did not snow, so the path was still clear. This chafing thing is really getting to me though.

More Chilly Running

I think it was 15 degress today, and windy. Did the same 4 mile route, I think this cold weather is starting to make me chaf though, it is getting a little uncomfortable. The sidwalks were clear today though, so I was able to get good footing which helps, especially on those hills.

Winter Wonderland

it was cold and snowy today, but running felt good. My calves and quads hurt a lot from trying to get tracking and pushing off and slipping, and all the uneven turain. Just a few more months and no snow.

3 Miles here in Louisville

On the treadmill that is. It is a little chilly here, just like everywhere else, so I took the easy way out today on the treadmill. Think I could have gome at least 4, but man the treadmill is boring, I was watching Batman Returns, but it was still boring. Back to the road on Wednesday when I get back to Michigan.

Took it east today

Ran a little easier today for my 4 miles, around the 8:45 mile time. Piece of cake. It's still cold though.

Pushing it again

Pushed it again today, ran about the same rate, 7:45 miles, but I ran a little more upright. My back felt much better today, and my legs felt great too.

Pushing Myself a Little

I wanted to push myself today and see how I would feel running a little faster for my 4 miles today. Felt pretty good, my back hurt a little bit afterwards, I think I was leaning forward a little too much. I'll change he way I run next time. I ran it at around 7:45 miles, which is a lot faster then I have been running.

Mis-Judged the Weather

Went out in shorts today, it felt pretty warm when I left work, and I think it was. I started out on my run, and about 2 minutes into it, it started to snow. THat's when I realized it was a little chillier that I had estimated. Oh, and sinse there was no snow on the ground, I ran my old 4 mile route.

So after a bit of running in the snow, the wind picked up, a lot. It was going with me though, so not bad. Then I got to about the 2.5 mile point, ice pellets, coming almost parallel with the ground, right at my face, pelting me in the eyes. It sucked.

My legs also felt like crap again. My lower legs were so tight, and they were cramping up, and I couldn't get comfortable running. I need to find my old gate, pace, stride...something, or this is going to be a rough year of running.

4 Miles in the Rain

It was raining today, which wasn't bad, becasue that meant it was warm, and that helped to melt the snow. So my new path had no snow, and I worn just shorts, a weather guard top and a hat. It was great, I also had my new Sony headphones which worked out great. My knee felt much better, my legs felt really tight though, especially my lower legs, maybe it was the lack of sleep. Not sure.

A little sore, maybe the change in climate

I was sore this morning, my knees hurt, not the hurt I have been having, just joint pains, something new for me. I ran 4 miles, kind of fast too, maybe that was part of it. The snow is melting though, so that was nice. I think I will take Monday off and see how my knees feel on Tuesday.

It's Chilly in Michigan

4 Miles in Michigan today, I took a different path, I went on a more residential route around a different block. I think I like that a lot better, there was a little snow and ice, but I wasn't high stepping through anything. But it was cold. It's great to be back.