I got out for a nice 6-miler. It was the first time in months I've been able to run without a balaclava, knit hat, and spikes. MAN I was like lightning. I didn't realize how much weight those spikes add, and how much bounce they remove. I felt like someone was pushing my foot forward every time I took a stride. I'd say those cleats must be coming close to doubling the weight of my shoes. The downside is, the snow actually cushions your foot fall quite nicely, so now it's back to rock solid concrete.
So I'm not sure if I mentioned it, but I'm doing another half marathon in May with 2 buddies (Steph and Joey) who have taken up running. I've heard Steph is up to 6-miles already. With 3+ months to go, I'm sure she'll make it. I haven't heard Joey though.
I was going to be all cool and tell them that I'll run at their pace to make sure they stay on that pace. With the progress Steph is making, she's going to have to slow down to wait for me! That's no good. I'm going to have to get some more runs in, lol. I'm supposed to be Mr. Running-Guy who's been running for a couple years now.
Nah it's cool. I'm just THRILLED that I'm not the only one trying to get in shape. For a couple years there I was alllll alone. Now my wife, my cousin, and at least 4 friends are all on the quest too. Awesome!
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Yeah, I'm here to stay, man! I don't intend to give up, as this is turning into a full-blown lifestyle change for me, and I have you to thank for motivating me. I wouldn't have been able to get off the ground without your encouragement and ideas.
Good luck with the marathon training. It'll be a while before I'm able to do that, but I'm going to shoot for the 5k this spring, so keep your fingers crossed for me.
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