Feeling a bit better now, not sure if that is because I’m not as tired or because I have been spending money on things like trainers and T-shirts.
I ran home from work last night and I actually quite enjoyed it (until maybe the last mile) it wasn’t the slog it has been for the last few weeks and I actually shaved a couple of minutes off my time (over 10 minutes faster now than when I started!) People getting in my way are now more of a moving challenge than an annoyance. Not sure if it is because I know the route a bit better or because I am getting better at running it, but I am now prepared for people getting in the way and I was actually ducking and weaving around them (and not just in my mind this time)
I think my recovery is also improving as I was able to go out with friends afterwards for dinner and actually hold down a conversation. Admittedly, by 10pm I was knackered and would much rather have been at home in bed, but this is a marked improvement on previous runs.
When I finally arrived home I found a shiny new pair of trainers had been delivered by the postman. It felt like I hadn’t actually had my old pair of trainers for very long. But putting on my new ones I realised the others were a bit past it, and probably rather smelly. I love new trainers, maybe I should have got a new pair sooner to cheer myself up a bit.
The Royal Parks Half marathon is a month tomorrow, St Dunstan’s is putting together a supporters team for the day. If you are in the area and would like to come along and do some cheering (and lets face it, it is easier and much more fun!) please give us a call on 020 7616 7966 or email fundraising@st-dunstans.org.uk Fingers crossed the weather will be nice, it should be a good day (for the runners too hopefully!)
