First Run Since Marathon

And I had to stop after 3.67 because my KNEES hurt. What the heck? I've never had knee problems... Ugh. Frustrating. I rarely stop. But, it felt like I was doing irreparable damage, so I did. But, other than severe pinched-nerve-like pain, I felt good, and glad to be running again, so that's a positive sign.

Still trying to figure out the whole back to school thing. Had an interesting conversation with a lady who is a Health Coach at the Bronxville Wellness Spa. There are so many cooler jobs out there than the one I currently have. And yes, I'm totally a grass is greener on the other side kind of girl. I mean, hello, I grew up in the Bronx. We don't even have grass here. Well, we do, but not the kind that grows in public.

Anyways, I'm protein-shaking it up (chocolate milk, banana, frozen strawberries, protein powder, magic bullet) hoping to get my knees functioning. Probably some light stretching is in my future as well, if I can motivate myself.

Got the new Runners' World. It talked about sneakers. Again. Definitely want to use my New Balance gift card that I won for coming in 3rd in my division at the Woodlawn 5K on the new NB zero drop sneaks. They'll go well with my NB minimus trail shoes that I love. Again, I reiterate, the book "Born To Run" is awesome. Not that I think barefoot running is the be-all-and-end-all of the world, trust me, my gel-Nimbus 13 Asics got me through that marathon. And no, the book doesn't mention Bruce, unfortunately. But it's very inspiring and I found it fascinating. Or, for a great, motivational quick "beach"-esque read, "Ultra Marathon Man".

Still contemplating my slow cooker recipe of the week. I'm thinking soup... Open to suggestions on recipes!