Run #3.3 - Run Long and Taper

Oh happy day. I ran 10 miles! I did NOT get dizzy! I did NOT throw up! I did not cry. I did not whine. I did not feel miserable.  .... I ignored doctor's orders!

I can't even say how relieved I was to just run without issues! Last year when my doctor put me on daily meds for Meniere's Disease he said I should probably not take them before my long runs or races because the whole point of the medicine is to drain water out of  me. That means I am going to the bathroom all freaking day!  Well, as seen in my last month of racing/running, I've been really struggling with dizziness on the long runs, resulting in nausea and a very hard time running continually. So today I decided to take my meds anyway. As other runners pointed out, it would be faster to hit a potty or two versus be forced to walk half of a race. I'm so glad I made the decision to take that little turquoise pill!

Actually, during today's run I could tell it had been a while since I was running long distances non-stop. I was feeling it in my legs, let's ignore that I just ran a half marathon and never rested after it, mmkay? Overall it was a really nice final double digit run before Eugene! Instead of music, I ran to the Larry Miller podcast (I seriously love him!), the Adam Carolla podcast (I love him even more!!) and a running podcast. The running one talked about proper form. I enjoyed hearing that. I found myself trying to mimic what he was saying and I actually felt a little stronger overall. Could be mind or matter, but that's okay by me!

Along the way I had paused at the duck pond to watch two Canadian Geese with their furry, yellow little babies swimming around. Then when I started up again I looked over in the store parking lot ... and I saw this beautiful face!

My little daughter, Lady, was "shopping" with her grandpa. He dognapped her during his dump run - we have since been reunited at her grammy's house for some post race tortellini.  So that run was lovely! I did 10 miles in 1 hour 46 minutes. If you'll recall, my half marathon last Sunday took 2 hours 43 minutes. I'd say I'm improving a bit!

After running, as I mentioned, I came out to my mom's for some serial killer documentaries and pasta. My step-dad talked through our serial killer shows, so we'll try that again later. I was also quizzed incessantly about Biker Boy, who is now taxiing away from the terminal at LAX and on his way back to Portland after a week in Mexico! I also tried to catch up on blogs because I am so far behind.  I read about Rose going to a pickled egg eating contest. This was my reaction:

It is a little dark. Basically that is me sans any make up at all, in Biker Boy's clothes with completely unbrushed hair. I am soooo sexy on Sunday afternoons! And that is me looking completely grossed out. The winner ate 41 eggs  - plus some before and after. I enjoy scrambled eggs and hard boiled eggs, but 40+ pickled quail eggs? I think it was quail ... that's a bit much!

And my poor shoes, they were so fresh and so clean, until 2.8 miles into today's run.

Speaking of clothing, I did my run today in my shirt for the Eugene Half Marathon. I'm happy to report it was a winner! No irritation, completely comfortable, not too hot, not too cold. What a relief! Now if only May 1st would get here. Well, okay, April 30th. I'm ready for the expo and bloggy dinner!