3 Miles and Painting Cross Training

So, after a hiatus, we are officially back to running. Our training plan for the marathon starts on New Year's Day (How's that for a resolution?!?) and we couldn't be more bummed excited.

So what have we been doing in the meantime? Holiday parties, IKEA shopping (I now own a huge stock in Sweden), decorating, and painting. Perfect cross training activities.

To be honest, I am excited about the marathon. Running in the cold is not fun. My throat hurts, I feel like I can't breathe as easily (or I'm just out of shape from all the caramel squares and peanut butter balls), and I can never figure out the right attire--I'm either too hot or too cold. But, the payoff will be great, because running the Charleston marathon last January was one of the coolest things I have ever done. Personal satisfaction level was VERY high, and I feel as though a marathon that literally leaves from my doorstep (Monmouth Race Track is just a few blocks away, and that's the starting line) will be awesome. Seven President's Park, where it ends, is just 3 miles away. And this time, I'll probably be able to enjoy the after party a bit more. And maybe even eat another pineapple ham pizza all by myself. :)

Yes. That Mellow Mushroom pizza was delicious. And that's the reason I run marathons :)