Friday, May 1, 2009

It's Go Time

Still feeling a bit blah-ish. I didn't feel good at all when I woke up this morning, but after some water and breakfast I felt a little better. Kind of foggy in the head, along with some major nasal drainage. (My tissue box is attached to my hip.) I decided to do a short test run to see if running would be miserable, and it turned out alright.

Friday, May 1
2.08 miles in 16:55, avg pace of 8:08

My nose actually cleared up after about half a mile, so that was a good sign. I didn't feel awesome by any means, but I didn't feel like death either. My only symptoms really are the foggy head and extreme amount of snot (yum!), but I feel okay otherwise. Not that that is an awesome way to run 26.2 miles, but I guess we'll deal with it now. I'm continuing to rest up and drink tons and tons of water, hoping that this magically disappears overnight.

Other than this minor setback, I've got all my stuff ready to go. My toaster is packed...I'm not taking any chances! The weather looks like it will hold up, with a start in the low 40's and working it's way up to the low 50's. I've got shorts and a tank top ready to go, but I'll probably start with a long sleeve shirt (or tube socks??) until I warm up. I should have more of a game plan for this, but I don't really since most of my training has been in colder weather.

The Rocket Scientist is flying in this afternoon (his flight is delayed...boo), so we'll pick him up on the way to Kenosha tonight. We'll be back tomorrow afternoon, when I will hopefully have good news to share!

Good luck to everyone racing this weekend! It's a huge weekend for marathons. New Jersey Marathon, Eugene Marathon, North Carolina Marathon...not to mention all the other marathons/races where I don't even know anyone running! Good luck to all of you, and I can't wait to hear all about them! Run strong...I'll be thinking about you!

11 comments:

  1. Good luck!!! Can't wait to hear the results and report. You're going to rock it.

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  2. Best of luck on your marathon. I think once you get into the run, you'll be alright. Just make sure you keep at a comfortable pace and don't overextend yourself. You've been training so well so just let it carry you to a strong finish. Stress as little as possible and think positive thoughts. We're all so cheering for you. You're so ready to rock! Take care, run well, and don't forget to have fun!

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  3. Good luck tomorrow, Susan! I'm crossing my fingers that your illness doesn't get in the way of a BQ! You've been training really hard, and you are an experienced runner; I'm sure you'll know how to attack this race with your best!

    Enjoy yourself and enjoy a little time with the Rocket Scientist!

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  4. good luck, Susan! you'll kick butt out there, no doubt :)

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  5. Drink lots of fluids! You are going to run great. Have fun and be confident in your running ability. You are a speedy one!

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  6. Best of luck. I know you will do well despite the drippy nose. You will be the queen of the snot rockets by the end of the race..

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  7. Good luck Susan! I'm rooting for you!

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  8. good luck on your run,,, hope your boogies clear up. *wink*
    cindie

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  9. I really hope you feel better :( I was hoping it was just a fluke when you mentioned it the other day.

    Good luck tomorrow!

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  10. Good luck! Can't wait for the race report!

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