Yup....I am running 8 miles today.....last week I ran seven and was so glad to be done! Training is going well....no injuries or anything....although I am really sore at times....especially after sitting for too long. I know I probably have plantar fasciitis......but I will not give up!
My family has been very supportive and even brought water to me on my seven mile run. They met me at the 4 mile mark with ice cold water. It was really nice of them. Then on the last mile, my kids walked/ran with me home. Allison said something that really made me heart melt. She said " Mom, you are the best mom anyone could have. You take care of us, you pay the bills, you work hard, you try to lose weight and exercise, you cook us dinner....." I really needed that.
Sometimes I doubt my mothering abilities.....and I try the best I can. That really meant a lot to me! Training takes lots of time away from them. I try to include them, for example, I usually bring Allison with me on my shorter runs. She will ride her bike. On my six mile run the other day, I dragged Ervin along. He rode his bike and trailer. The babies were in the trailer. The other kids rode their bikes too. It is good exercise for all of us! But, the time can add up and sometimes I feel it takes away from them. Especially when I work so much.....been working overtime the last 2 weeks!
One thing that is really irking me is that I am not losing any weight. Confessional: I have actually gained 8 pounds since my lowest weight in June. *pissed.
But hey, I only have me to blame. I need to watch what I eat.....but it is so hard. Craving carbs like crazy!
Anyhow, wish me luck on my 8 miler. I am going to need it! My goal is just to finish it!
