Unexpectedly Humid

 This morning I got up at a decent time, for a Saturday, and ran several pre-Thanksgiving errands. Then I went for a run at about 11 a.m. The morning had been overcast and pleasant temperature-wise. Once I got out for my run I realized it was also humid. That, as we know, is my Achilles' heel. I ended up walking at the halfway point and three other times. I don't count this as a bad run, though. Overall it wasn't horrible. And it was a nice Saturday morning. Lots of people out, including over at the new lacrosse fields. I think we're supposed to cool down over the next several days, so we'll see how things go as we make our way toward the holidays.

More Labored Again

 As the week wears on I think it also wears on my body. Yesterday I got in my 5 miles, but it was a little more labored than the Tuesday run. My legs felt a bit weary. Also, the temperature was up in the mid-70s, which is borderline for walk breaks, but I kept at it and ran the whole way. A nice stiff breeze out of the south made things tougher as well. Although I can't complain about how it cooled me off when running into it.

Another Good Day

 Felt good today and ran 5 miles at a decent enough pace. The weather was darn near perfect, about 70 degrees and sunny. Well, it was sunny until the sun started going down. Another few weeks and I'll be finishing my exercise in the dark. I'm feeling good health-wise, which is nice for a change. Got new shoes and will start working those into my runs.

Getting Out and Smoking

Today was one of those days where I probably could have missed a run. Or more clearly, chosen to not run. I smoked a pork butt, ribs, and jalapeno poppers. Plus assembled a green chile stew, which turned out awesome, by the way. It was a nice day with sun and all, and I got everything going on the smoker and then headed out. Good choice. A lot of people out on a warm and windy morning. I decided to stick with 5 miles with a few walks as a concession to the warmer temperature. 

New shoes came in yesterday but will take a little time to break in. I went with a 10.5 wide and we'll see how that goes.

Normal, Yes

 If Tuesday was a really good run, today was also good but a little more labored. Maybe it was due to the temperature being in the upper 70s. Still, I ran the whole way (except for the big hill) and didn't consider walking any. I still went 5 miles, dodging a group of people who thought it was okay to take over the whole sidewalk just past the turnaround. It was a beautiful day, and as always I'm just happy to be able to get out and run.

Close to Normal

This is the closest I've felt to normal on a run for a long time. No knee issues, mild temperature outside, no walking...it was all good. Pace was around 9:45 for the whole 5 miles, which was nice and consistent. We're at the time of year where the sun is starting to set by the time I get home, and soon it will be all the way down. If schedule allows I'll try and run during the day when I can, but otherwise I am enjoying this nice weather, at least as far as running goes. I still prefer summer and the heat, but this is better for a good run. 

Covid Run

I started feeling feverish Tuesday evening, and kept waking up with aches and trying to get comfortable. I had a fever into Wednesday evening as well, but by Thursday morning I felt great. About 99% sure it was the virus since the FVRP and I rode back from Oklahoma together on Sunday and on Monday morning he woke up with a fever and tested positive. I chose to not get tested since overall it was so mild. Last night I took a muscle relaxer and wow, did I sleep a lot better. Today I felt good enough to go for a 4-mile run. It went okay and so far no ill effects.

I did notice this morning at one point that my right knee was resting on the lip of the mattress, right where I've had sensitivity and pain in that knee. Maybe that's part of my problem. I'll try and make sure that's not happening so I can avoid hurting myself while I sleep.

Election Run

 I thought it had been two weeks since my last run, but it was only twelve days. Regardless, I still took it somewhat easy, going only 4 miles and throwing in some walks. The temperature was a lovely 75 degrees and the sun was shining, although it was setting with the stupid time change taking place last Sunday. The run went well. It was nice to get back out there, especially since today is U.S. Election Day. Last weekend was our annual guys' trip, and I spent four glorious days, Thursday all the way to Monday morning, without looking at work emails, news sites, Twitter, or TV news. As far as a mental health break goes, it was just what I needed. Highly recommended.