Back on the Distance Running Trail

Yesterday was a busy one at "work." I used the term "work" because I am still working at home; and, will be for the foreseeable future. It just seemed like the phone kept ringing, email kept coming in, and I even had to run into the office real quick to take care of a meeting. So, I just rolled with the punches.

I wanted to go for a run in the morning, as it was really nice out; 42 degrees, light wind, and sunshine. However, due to the work tasks continually popping up, I put it off until later in the day. In hindsight, I am glad I did.

I hit the trail a little after 4pm. There were several folks out on the trail, but not too many that it felt crowded or that I needed to avoid anyone. My goal for this run: 13.1 miles; a half marathon. After all, I had to make this one up from earlier in the month; and, I wanted to get credit for a March half marathon on Strava.

The run started out really well. I ran the first nine miles in about an hour and a half. I really felt good and thought there might be a chance I could beat my personal record. However, shortly after the 9-mile point, my legs started cramping horribly. I am not sure if I just wasn't hydrated enough since the temperature was near 70 or what, but it felt like I just hit a brick wall. I ended up walking the last 4.1 miles of the run. However, the mission was accomplished! I was able to earn my Omaha St. Paddy's Half Marathon medal and hang it on the wall!