Disappointment

Well, I guess it was bound to happen. I'm really disappointed. I was supposed to run 2.5 miles today and I wasn't really even close. I ran 1.25, stopped for water, and then ran another 1/2 before I called it quits. 1.75 total. Pretty pathetic.

So, what led to my demise? A number of things, I think.

1. It was fricken hot. Low 80s with nary a cloud in the sky. At least while I was running. Amazing how that direct heat saps your energy. Tony? Steven? I'm sure you guys know this well.

2. Long day. When I ran that 2.25 on Saturday, it was at 7:30am. I think that made a huge difference. Today was an exhausting day at work.

3. Not enough calories? All I ate all day was: a small bowl of oatmeal, a banana, some crackers and a tuna fish sandwhich. Oh, and a peppermint patty and a tiny piece of cake at 3:45pm. With my runs being longer now, I think I'm going to have to get more calories in me to burn. Although, I have a lot of fat left to burn, but that's not energy, right? I suppose I need to find out.

4. Overconfident? Maybe I thought it would be no big deal since I ran that 2.25 a couple days ago. I have zero reason to be overconfident.

So, I'm not giving up or anything, but I am really disappointed today. I know I can do it, I just need to learn from this. That actually feels pretty good. To know that this one day doesn't define me. I know I'm going to be able to do this. I have almost a month before the race, too.

I think I'm going to try and get off the track soon, also. Maybe this week.

Please share any tips or advice you think would be helpful! I appreciate it all!

Sigh...