Thursday, March 15, 2012

another taper week

race day - warm warm WARM!!!
monday - walked 2.5 miles

tuesday - ran 4 miles - probably too fast for a marathon in several days.

wednesday - walked a couple miles.

in fact, i'm going to walk a little today and maybe tomorrow but no running. it's been 12 days since the last marathon, and last week i ran 22 miles. so i should probably take it easy until sunday. i'll be running a very similar course as the fall marathon in ATL (HILLY!!) so,"rest" is on my schedule!

look how warm it's going to be sunday?! the race director is already sending out emails for everyone to slow down the pace, walk through water stops, and hydrate more than usual. we have not acclimated to the warm weather so it's going to be a little more challenging. there is NO shade on this route. :( but i'm excited for a challenge!

4 comments:

Wendy said...

Woo hoo! You'll do great! I'll be praying for you.

Terri said...

one word VISOR!!! Not as hot as a cap but something that will at least keep you from squinting for the complete race may not be a bad idea. I can't wear shades because they slide off my face from the sweat. Stay hydrated girl!!! Can't wait to hear how you rocked another marathon!

Kate said...

thanks wendy!!:)
terry, a visor - ugh!!! but i'll probably have to wear it! for some reason when i'm hot i hate anything on my head - even protection from the sun! it's gonna be a fun challenge though!!

Tina @GottaRunNow said...

You've recently run a marathon so there's no pressure - it'll be fun! Looking forward to reading all about it!