Short run (tempo run), 3 miles, 28:52; splits 9:59, 9:59, 8:54

Whoooo! I ran in the evening after a long, long day (trip to Harrisburg to meet with state senate people about funding, so stressful too), and just thought as I was tying on my shoes, "Wouldn't it be cool if I ran each mile under 10 minutes." I didn't really think I could--this run has 2 major uphills, it was hot & humid, & I didn't want to kill myself--but look at that! I did push pretty hard; it is my short run, there's a rest day on either side, and I wanted to see if I could keep the effort up the whole time. I still didn't pour on everything I had (although I came close at the end), but this would match my best 5K time. Wow!!!!

I was thinking about my increased tolerance for sweat (I still don't like it, but I'm getting used to it) and that the hot flashes I've been dealing with since my hysterectomy have helped me deal with sweat, heat, and discomfort better than I used to be able to. Add that to the running, and I've sweated more in the past year than probably in the rest of my life put together. Blech, but I think there's an element of truth to the idea that it's healthy. All systems work better when they are used!

Wildflowers today: the first goldenrod and Joe Pye weed, bindweed and pearly everlasting.

- posted by Hilary @ 10:12 PM