New Training Plan

I have decided to attempt the Furman FIRST running program. It consists of running 3 days a week and 2 days of cross-training. Seems easy enough, right? Wrong! The 3 runs are difficult. Intervals, tempo and a long run. The paces and plans are layed out in the book and very easy to understand. The paces are extremely fast. But I'm at a place where I know I can be faster and run further. I just need instructions on how to do it. The foot injury is almost gone (knock on wood). I probably will continue to tape and wrap just for support and peace of mind. It feels good to be back on track and I have a feeling that I'm going to see improvements in my time and distance real soon.
One thing that seems to remain true is when my running is "ON", the other areas of my life are as well. I've said it before, but running is my therapy. My happy place. Where I go to battle my biggest competition---> ME!

Running Is My Drug

Running had always been one of my greatest loves. It's my escape from the hectic world and my busy mind. I typically try to run 4-5 times per week schedule permitting. When getting over a love lost, running is great therapy. I visualize myself running away from heartbreak with every stride. If guy ended up being a jerk, then every stride becomes my foot smashing his face in the ground. Mean? Maybe. But seems to leave me feeling so much better after. Since I am back to my single girl status, my running has ben amazing. Faster and much stronger. I have signed up for the Long Beach half marathon mid October. I know I will be ready to tackle those 13.1 miles. I will keep you posted.
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