January 4, 2008 - Friday
Started entry at 5:00pm - ran at 5:45 pm - 24 minute run - 35 degrees - wore thigh socks, fleece pants, sports bra, tank top, long sleeve top, hoodie, pink monogrammed gloves and hat
http://www.competitiverunner.com/winterruns.php - my go to site for how to dress for winter running.

Right this second, I don't want to run, but I have to remember that -
1. 20 minutes from now, I'll be finished.
2. At the beginning, it will suck, but by the end, I won't want to stop.
3. I will be so freakin' proud of myself after I'm done that it will be completely worth it.
4. It's 35 degrees out - a full 14 degrees warmer than when I ran yesterday.
5. Yeah, it's already dark out, but that means no sun damage for me today.
6. I just bought a pasta machine, so I definitely need to get my run on.


POST-RUN:
DID IT!!! Man, I was not in the mood, but feel so good that I did it. Not my best run, lots of stops and start. More of a run/sit - ran to the movie theater and back. Had to keep reminding myself that this moment leads to another moment, and that the next moment would be easier and better because of my efforts in this one. As usual, I felt much more energized near the end. I think it's more the 20 minute warm-up rule than anyhthing else. Not sure. have to make sure to feed and hydrate myself better in the coming months. Also, getting better at not over-dressing for my runs. This time, I only wore one pair of socks, two layers on my legs, and less on my torso. I was also more comfortable with being coldish at the beginning of the run. As a Negro, I'm leary of the suggestions of white folks on dressing warmly for the winter. They just like the cold too much.

Also, my left thigh was talking to me a little bit during the run. Now that I've cooled down, both quads are being quite verbal. Interesting...

PS - seems I've been editing my schedule on my computer, but not online. Will rectify anon. But first, I've got a script deadline for March. Better get crackin'.