I’m planning to run the Cherry Blossom 10-mile race in April. This will be my first official race. Two years ago, I trained for a marathon. But after my 16-miler, I got injured and had to drop out. During the course of that training, I technically ran three half-marathons. Alas, I have no proof. That’s why this 10-miler is so important.

It’s not going to be easy. I have less than two months to train, and I haven’t really started yet. Tonight, I tried to run two miles. However, it was already dark and I was running on concrete (which means my knees started to hurt right away.)

I’ve gotta get a set schedule and find some great places to run (when its still light out). I’m going to jot down some ideas. (If they’re online, I gotta stick with them!)

Feb. 9 – 15:
Mon. 1 Mile Run
Tues. 2 Mile Run
Wed. 30 min. Cross Training
Thurs. 2 Mile Run
Fri. Rest
Sat. 2 Mile Run
Sun. 30 min. Cross Training

Feb. 16 – 22:
Mon. 2 Mile Run
Tues. Yoga
Wed. 2 Mile Run
Thurs. 30 min. Cross Training
Fri. 3 Mile Run
Sat. Rest
Sun. 30 min. Cross Training

Feb. 17 – 22:
Mon. 3 Mile Run
Tues. Yoga
Wed. 2 Mile Run
Thurs. 30 min. Cross Training
Fri. 4 Mile Run
Sat. Rest
Sun. 30 min. Cross Training

Feb. 23 – Mar. 1:
Mon. 4 Mile Run
Tues. Yoga
Wed. 3 Mile Run
Thurs. 40 min. Cross Training
Fri. 5 Mile Run
Sat. Rest
Sun. 40 min. Cross Training

Mar. 2 – 8:
Mon. 4 Mile Run
Tues. Yoga
Wed. 3 Mile Run
Thurs. 40 min. Cross Training
Fri. 6 Mile Run
Sat. Rest
Sun. 50 min. Cross Training

Mar. 9 – 15:
Mon. 3 Mile Run
Tues. Yoga
Wed. 3 Mile Run
Thurs. 45 min. Cross Training
Fri. 4 Mile Run
Sat. Rest
Sun. 50 min. Cross Training

Mar. 16 – 22:
Mon. 5 Mile Run
Tues. Yoga
Wed. 3 Mile Run
Thurs. 45 min. Cross Training
Fri. 7 Mile Run
Sat. Rest
Sun. 60 min. Cross Training

Mar. 23 – 29:
Mon. 5 Mile Run
Tues. Yoga
Wed. 3 Mile Run
Thurs. 45 min. Cross Training
Fri. 8 Mile Run
Sat. Rest
Sun. 60 min. Cross Training

Mar. 30 – April 4
Mon. 3 Mile Run
Tues. Yoga
Wed. 2 Mile Run
Thurs. 30 min. Cross Training
Fri. 2 Mile Run
Sat. Rest

Sun., April 5:  RACE DAY!!!

Of course, this schedule is not set in stone. I wish it were because it would be easier to stick with. One of the biggest hurdles is my drive home. It can take me up to an hour to get home. It’s dark, I’m tired and hungry, and there are chores. I may find a place to run closer to work. Of course, I may even be able to fit in some runs on the National Mall. Plus, if I run before I drive home all the traffic will be gone! I’m starting to get excited!

Anyone else planning to run or walk the Cherry Blossom? Let me know, maybe we can train together… Bye!

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