Run in the Sun

Today's run was b-r-u-t-a-l! I was looking forward to running again after such a long hiatus, but I picked the wrong day to start. I underestimated how hot and muggy it actually was outside, and I paid the price for it! I also underestimated just how hilly my planned route would be. I'm not used to running so many hills, so that slowed me down as well.

It took me 34.08 seconds to run 5k, including a few walk breaks to regain some stamina. I'm not disappointed in this time, particularly after such a long break from running, but it does give me something to work towards. I'd like to run a sub-30 minute race in September, a goal that is realistic and attainable.

After my run, I took Zeke out for a half-hour walk to cool down and stretch my muscles. I made myself a smoothie to rehydrate when I got home around 11am. I decided to split lunch into two parts today to quench my thirst immediately following my run.

I blended together half a cup of frozen mixed berries, half a scoop of Bodylogix vanilla protein powder, half a cup of milk and half a cup of water.

Part 2 of my lunch came around 1pm. I made one overeasy egg with an additional egg white added in and a slice of whole wheat toast with butter for dipping.

Everything was delicious and made my tummy very happy! I plan on having a bowl of frozen berries with a bit of Nesquik Plus chocolate syrup just before I head off to work at 3pm to keep me from snacking during my shift. I have a delicious dinner planned for tonight, but it won't be ready until later than our usual dinner time. I want to make sure I'm not ravenous by the time I get home from work!