Good Days and Bad Days

So I went for a 4 mile run today. It was pretty uneventful. I was still a little sore from Saturday so my countenence was shaken a little. But I did it. I pushed on and made it happen. But it wasn't as fun as I had expected. I thought with a short run like this, it would feel like a breeze, but I think I'm still struggling with my stride. I feel like I'm still pushing too hard. They say that during your runs, you should be able to hold a conversation while running. Since I don't run with anyone, I sing along with my headphones. It is probably the most hilarious thing to see for those who get to witness me in all my glory. Especially since there is a fine amount of metal on my running playlist. (I probably scare some people too!)

I dread running up this cursed viaduct!!!

But this morning, I kind of wanted to quit early. It wasn't my body. I felt good physically. And my
side doesn't even burn anymore when I run, which is awesome!!! Also, my breathing was still a good rate and my heart rate stayed at about 180 or so. It was just, I wasn't in it this morning. Now, after thinking logically, I figure that many runners in training have these days. I can't be the only one. (Please tell me I'm not). But I think that's okay. Anything else that I've ever enjoyed, I know I didn't enjoy EVERY time. And most of the times, if I wasn't enjoying it, I just wouldn't do it. But this is training, so it's different. Perseverance is the key and that is what I plan to put in!
So for all you positive vibe givers out there, feel free to send some my way. Because, I could use something to pump me up on days like today.

Racing the sun!

But on a positive note, I found a running club. One of my coworkers trains and is a part of the Capital Striders. And what's better is, they do their long runs on Saturdays which is right on my schedule!!! I am super stoked. Also, my mom has offered to bike with me some Saturdays as well, which is equally as awesome! Cuz, if ya'll don't know yet, I'm a mama's boy! And my mama has been a great support for me as well.
Well, that's about all I have for today. Oh yeah, also, my friend at work informed me that the pain in my knees is totally normal and is due to the ligaments stretching below the knee cap in result of the muscles growing around my knees. So that's a nice relief. And for all you worriers out there, I took my wife's advice and am going to my doctor next Monday just to check up to see if everything's a-okay for me to train for this. So, DON'T WORRY :-)