Life's little adventures, accompanied by a running watch

Saturday, March 24, 2012

What’s better than the taper?

One thing:  confirmation that you’ve applied Body Glide in all of the right places.  Phew! 

What's more 80's than this?
22 miles – check!  Far less drama than last week – check!  Beginning of the taper – check!  Today’s run went well.  I had a much better week going into today’s run, I have my new shoes which feel great, and I picked up a running partner during my first 10 mile loop.  The weather was great this morning and just the type of day I dream of for April 16.  Shorts, long sleeve shirt, and shell mittens (hey, I’m always cold).  This past week of 80 degree temperatures was spent running in shorts, sleeveless/tank, and sweating like a pig.  The 80’s might’ve been awesome for music and big hair, but notsomuch when it refers to 80 degree temperatures for running!

I have some people to thank for contributing to my successful long run:  to Scott for taking care of the morning routine so I could get out early (and he had to go to work too!); to Meaghan for an encouraging text just when I needed it; to Martyn for making that first 10 mile loop much more enjoyable; to the cross country team I bumped into around mile 14 that made me smile and think back to that younger time; to the VP I work with who sprung for our lunch yesterday (nothing better than Bertucci’s chicken piccata lunch….and those rolls, those rolls!); to the coworker I ran with at lunch earlier in the week who reminded me my legs can go faster (I think I had some built up slowness that needed to be released).

Most of all, thank you Body Glide for doing your job.  My neighbors thank you too.  The in-the-shower-scream from 22 miles of chafing might’ve caused a 911 call or two.
Don't ever leave me, Body Glide!

18 comments:

  1. I've never experienced chafing. Weird? Or lucky? Maybe I just haven't run far enough yet. 13.1 ought to be far enough right? Well, anyway, glad you didn't have chafe this time either. Back to the cold weather for awhile--less chaffing right?

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    1. You are lucky! And my pellet stove is back on for this chilliness that's back.

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  2. Happy to find your blog via Dorothy's. Bring on the taper.....me too! Last 22 miler is today. :) So exciting!

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    1. Hey Amanda, great to have you :) I enjoy reading your blog - very balanced, positive approach to running and life.

      Go 22!!!! And go TAPER!!!

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  3. Yay for running 22 miles and for Body-glide, too!

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    1. Were your ears ringing earlier? We took our pup on a nice walk in the woods this a.n. and I was telling my husband all about your 50K training. I'm excited for your race!

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  4. Congrats on a chafe-free 22! You are ready to roll. Enjoy the taper!

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  5. Yay for the taper! I love it and can't wait!
    Maybe we can do a meet up at the Expo...the countdown begins!!!

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    1. I'm a taper lover too :) Between getting my BAA envelope on Friday and visualizing the final turn @ Boylston.....GOOSEBUMPS!!

      I've never met any blogging friends, but would love to! We usually head into the Expo on that Saturday. It's a crazy day, but better than doing it the day before. Let me know your plan and maybe we can meet up :)

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  6. Yay!!! Happy taper time!!! That will be me in 2 more weeks!
    Bless you, Body Glide, my beloved constant companion on the trails!

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    1. Funny how the taper comes along JUST when we need it to :)

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  7. Yay for a great 22 miles! Happy Tapering!

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  8. What a great confidence booster for your upcoming race - yahoo! And yeah...Body Glide is worth it's weight in gold...I'd gladly pay 50x the price as I chafe under my ONE arm all the time.

    Bring on the taper!! :)

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    1. You said it - a huge confidence booster for sure! Thanks :)

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  9. Always feels good to get the last long one in the book! I have loved having a warm spring, but I don't want April 16 to be warm. Somehow, though, I think it's going to be. Enjoy the taper!!

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    1. I vote for 40 degrees (shorts w/ gloves), but who knows....

      Hopefully your Florida weather will prepare you just in case Boston is a beach day!

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