Long Run Preparation

Run: 8 Miles

Time: 1:24:27

Pace: about 10:28

Quality: 8/10

Another rule not to be broken for long runs is as follows: be conservative with the meal the night before a long run. So let me ask you: Is Paella with Andoullie Sausage, Saffron, Lobster, Mussels, Shrimp, Clams, and hot sauce a conservative meal? I didn't think so either, but it was sooooo good.

By all rights my run should have had an emergency stop at a restroom, but everything went very well. Not only was the run good, but also I must report that the CamelBak is still getting very high marks from me. Go buy one!

Run Preparation Observation:

10 years ago a long run would entail me cruising out of bed sometime in the AM, strapping on shoes, and running. Sure there'd be some electrolytes I'd put together and I'd probably put on some stuff to keep me from Chafing, but not much more. The definately would not be stretching, warm-ups, ice, or any undue prep of any kind.

Now I start the night before and I prep more than I do for a week long business trip. There's the stretching, drinks, the right shirt, shorts, and socks. Then when I get up in the morning there are more stretches and a 0.6 mile walk to warm-up before I run. When the run is over I walk for another 0.8 mile cool down. After I get home I pop some Advil and Glucosamine, and I also wrap the knee with ice to keep it from swelling. The ice is probably the most important part. Icing the joints HELPS!! Try it if you are experiencing any pain. The things we do to keep our tired bodies out on the asphalt. We're idiots.

Now get back to work!