

Monday, October 19, 2015

A 20 mile attempt, a hike and some sushi





 And I did just that...until mile 18.







The grounds at French Lick Resort


Is it cold where you are? 
Do you like sushi?


  1. I don't mind running in the cold, but the wind on Saturday just killed me.

    Sorry your training was rough. I like whomever told you it's about attitude. Sounds like you've got a good mental approach to race day!

  2. Whoever gave you the "believe in yourself" advice is spot on, and someone you should listen to:) I agree with them totally! Training is all about training, and if every run felt great then the chances of the bad run happening during the marathon are far more likely. But when you push through, and get the bad runs out of the way, there is a huge possibility the marathon will be a great race.
    I know this will sound funny, but I like it when I have a couple of really bad or struggling long runs before a marathon, the fact that I do them even through that, tells me I am training correctly and I am likely going to peak at the right time during the race. 18 miles is just as good as a 20 miler in training, so I still think you're 100% on track, even better you've got the "struggling" runs out of the way, I think you should definitely do as your friend said and think positive, the race is going to be GREAT!

  3. Yep... its keeping attitude in check. Don't let your mind get to you at Mile 15 on race day!! ... & even if you DID have to walk the rest of the way - so be it - whatever it takes - right? :)
    I love you wanted to hike for your birthday. So cute!!!

  4. You are amazing Katie !! Always remember where you started from and you'll never forget how far you have come . On race day you will do great , you have the training and stamina, it just comes down to determination and willpower come race day ! I know you will be great whatever the distance you do is :)

  5. I LOVE sushi.
    I am so sorry, I know exactly how you are feeling I am about 20-25 pounds heavier than I was last fall/winter when I raced. It is so frustrating, but all we can do is take it day by day.

  6. I LOVE sushi! Happy Birthday! I hope it was an amazing day! You will do wonderfully in your marathon. I think it will come together for you on race day. Obviously it will be hard but I have no doubts you will conquer it!

  7. Sorry your long run didn't go as planned -- even 18 miles, I can't imagine! Imagine being in the crowd though at the Monumental... the other runners and the spectators will definitely help! I'm clueless about sushi - I thought it was only with raw fish and I can't handle that. A friend had me try California rolls last year (I think that's what they were called and had no meat) and they were really good.

    1. I agree, I think all the adrenalin from the crowd will keep me going!
      I do NOT like the raw fish sushi at all. Unless it's shrimp.
      I like the fattening fried ones, and the California rolls are good too!



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