I headed out this morning with the intent to run a little slower and see if I could make it to a certain point 3 towns away and back. It turned out it was 18.5 miles round trip. I had my escape plan in place, one phone call away, if I really needed to be rescued. I took 1 water bottle, 1 strawberry gel, and $5 with me. It was in the lower 80s and the sun was brilliant. I made it to my turn around at 9.25 miles and had my gel. My bottle still had 1/4 of the water in it. I had noted a Sip 'n Dip donut shop on my way into town and thought I could refill my bottle there and the plan succeeded. There was a long line for donuts, but I was able to refill my bottle.
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| Yes...I passed up all of these yummy looking donuts. Although maybe they might get me another 8 miles. Maybe I should get one next time. Does anyone train with donut fuel? |
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| Thumbs up to the water break! |
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| There are always people out fishing off the bridges on the Bike Path. |
I did a repeat of my last long run and picked up a Coke with 5 miles to go. It was funny watching people's reactions on the bike path. Most people smiled when they saw the Coke. A few people laughed in what seemed to be disbelief. A few licked their lips and clearly wished they had one of their own. Until 3 weeks ago I would have never even thought to grab a Coke in the middle of a long run, but I was interested in running a race where they were going to be offering flat soda along the course. Anyway when I finally made it back to the house 3:25 later I was beat. I don't know where I would have found 8 more miles in me to finish a full marathon. Maybe if it was not so hot and the sun was not so strong. I don't know. Is a glazed donut the answer?
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| I needed just a little more shade! |
Would you ever drink a soda while running?
Nice job on the 18.5!! :) And yes, donuts work! The Marine Corps Marathon posted that this year they're giving out Dunkin Donuts Munchkins along the route :)
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