5 weeks out

I completed my second 20 miler this past weekend.  I ran it by myself, because the group I typically run with was only doing 13.  It went ok.  I wasn't thinking and didn't eat anything before the run, I think this is what caused my stomach problems around mile 13.  These persisted for the next 7 miles.  

I'm feeling pretty good about my training, I did have some stiffness in my quad's and hamstrings during my run on Saturday.  I'm hoping that my new purchase will help alleviate this tightness.  Steve over at Phedippidations turned me onto this, and after using it one time, I really think I'm going to like it.  There are 3 different tools that you use to "manipulate" the muscles in your leg, this "manipulation" helps keep the elasticity in the muscles.  This benefits every muscle in the body, and I'm looking for it to pay huge dividends in my training.  

This past week I logged my biggest week ever, a grand total of 45.76 miles.  All systems are GO!

I think I'll have a really good idea of where I stand after Thursday's 10 x 800m Yasso workout.  

Did I mention, I think I'm getting a puppy?  I put a deposit down on a Chocolate Goldendoodle.  I'll post pics as soon as I have them.