I really can’t believe it’s already March. I’m not exactly sure where February went, but all I recall is that it was cold, snowy, icy and not at all fun to run in. February was undoubtedly a tough running month.
Here’s to hoping that March is a better running month. With the Boston Marathon approaching quickly, it’s time for me to make sure that all my long runs happen as planned and put forth the best effort possible.
Week 12 hasn’t been all that great for me as far as week-day runs. I didn’t get out on all the days I wanted, but I definitely made up for part of that during my long run today.
15 Mile Run
Today was actually only supposed to be a 13 mile run according to my training plan. However, apparently I had some residual guilt from missing one of my long runs and decided to add a few extra miles to this run to make up for that.
I headed out to Central Park around 10 a.m. and was greeted by an absolutely lovely day outside! Before leaving, I fueled up with oatmeal, two large glasses of water and a cup of coffee.
I made my way to Central Park and encountered numerous runners heading the same way. During today’s long run my legs felt extremely heavy, but I managed to power through. Here are my stats:
Even though I didn’t feel that great while running, I am pretty happy with my stats overall. And it was so gorgeous outside that I think that played a part in me staying out a little longer. I decided I needed to take advantage of the nice day.
I headed home from Central Park and then refueled with Gatorade and Chobani yogurt with Kashi Go Lean. Now it’s time for laundry, cleaning and a bit of relaxation.
Lastly, I want to give credit to my friend Lauren who I convinced to sign up for the Boston Marathon this year through a charity program. She has been trying to raise money like crazy and she’s currently at 93%!!! She has been totally awesome in helping to keep me motivated and I’m so glad that she has nearly reached her goal!!
Wohoo!! Boston here we come. Oh and we are running our first 20 miler together next weekend. Can’t believe it’s already that time!
Now – I need some good recommendations for an Italian restaurant in Boston’s Back Bay area!! Time to book a pre-race pasta dinner. I have a feeling Boston will be crazy busy the night before the race. Any suggestions?!!
Eat, Read, Run 
I love how your “legs heavy” 15 mile run is faster than my half marathon PR AND faster than my half marathon all-time goal.
Haha – everyone is soo different. That is one thing running proves to me over and over again. And every run is different for me. During marathon training my speed seems to increase substantially, but if I’m not training it’s a lot harder to work up that speed. I hope you’re hip is healing quickly!!
Good luck to you both:)
Thanks!
Awesome run by an awesome woman! Great job!
As far as restaurants go, I love Sonsie. It’s over on Newbury St, right near the race course. If the weather is nice, they’ll open the whole front of the place to the sidewalk and it’s lovely! Ciao Bella is also great, and on Newbury too. If you wanted to go just a few stops on the Orange Line, all of the North End is at your finger tips and you pretty much can’t go wrong with any of those restaurants!! Italian Mecca 🙂
hey lady! Nice running! You’re almost there 🙂
Hmm restaurants… I’ll ask my sister! She lives there and probably knows some less-touristy places. Anywhere in Back Bay will probably be a shit show right before the marathon, so I second the comment that you should go to the North End! Tons of delicious options!
Giacomo’s or Panza in the North End are the absolute best Italian places in Boston. I may not know running, but I know my restaurants 🙂 I’m so sad I wont be up there to cheer you on- it’s gonna be so much fun- so excited for you! xoxo