Well! As I'm sure some of you have heard, I went on a cruise for Spring Break to Catalina Island and Ensanada, Mexico. It was definitely an experience, to say the least. I tried to stay active so that this weekend's run wouldn't destroy me. That meant snorkeling and biking around Catalina Island and running laps (only once, don't get too excited) on the top deck of the ship. We even got to see dolphins off the side! Not too shabby, even though the waves made every other step feel either incredibly light or incredibly heavy.
And the verdict today.... 9.67 miles and a grand total time of 2 hours! (That's about a 12:24 mile time) I think it helped that I had a running buddy for the whole time. That probably prevented me from walking more than a few times. (He also confirmed my belief that eating Freebirds (delicious Mexican food) right before a run was a bad choice - apparently I'm not the only one who's tried it unsuccessfully)
We ran out for 1 hour, then back again for 1 hour. Along the way they have things called SAG stops (SAG = Sport And Gear). It's just one of the coaches who has gatorade, water and power bars in the back of their car to give us. We get to stretch and reenergize at SAG stops, and they usually are playing music to pump us up. Well at the last SAG stop today (I usually don't make it to all of them - I was very proud!) the guy in charge of it was taking pictures. If I ever get my hands on it, expect a glamorous photo of my red, sweaty face squinting into direct sunlight. It'll be a fridge photo, for sure!
And boy are my hips unhappy with me! (Don't worry, Mom, nothing damaging :P) Coming down the last stretch of road took a lot to keep me moving. Once the end was near my legs seemed to have their own minds. Even now it's difficult to find the motivation to get up and shower (especially when I know that what awaits me is a cold bath to soothe my inflamed joints). But, for the sake of my dignity and my roommates, I'll do it.
2 hours! I'm exhausted but impressed. (:
Running along the coast. Hard to complain!
One of the lovely SAG stops. Those orange coolers are
the most beautiful sight when you're thirsty!
This post makes me thirsty! Good job Sarah!!
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