“So what DO you guys think about all that time during a long run? Isn’t it boring?” I’m sure you runners get asked these questions frequently, as I do. To answer that question, I’ve dug up a play-by-play account of one of my long runs, just for your reading pleasure…. With the Rochester Half Marathon quickly approaching, today was my last chance to fit in one last long run. Two hours this morning, especially blocked out. Just me and my long run. As I downed my last sip of coffee, waiting for the 50 degree downpour to at least turn into a …
Portion Control, Marathons and a Stick of Gum
I’ve acquired a bad habit as of late. I LOVE to graze while I’m cooking dinner. I’ve also been known to have a glass of wine while cooking dinner. I love doing this so much, that occasionally I’m full by the time dinner is ready. This is no fun, because then I don’t get to eat the recipe I’ve spent the better part of the past hour working on. And, I get to sit at the table empty-plated and watch my family chow. No fun either. Portion control has been on my mind a lot lately, and not only because of my …