I Crashed The Web

I’m now 23 weeks pregnant and it’s getting harder and harder to run. I find myself out of breath sooner, going much slower, getting cramps and my heart rate skyrockets even if I’m running at what feels like a snail’s pace.

But, I’m still feeling glad that I’m able to run at all and hope i can keep it up for a little bit longer. I’m at day 338 of my running streak and hoping to keep it up just a little longer. I’ve never ever run this many days in a row and I’m surprised and amazed at what my body can handle, especially this far along in my pregnancy!

This week, I ended with 36.9 miles. Had I realized I was at .9 I may have run an extra .1 … but I didn’t until tallying it up and honestly, I’m fine with it.  A few bonuses:

Every run was outdoors! These days after I run I get in a short walk on the treadmill to cool down and drink water, which has been a nice way to be inside and outside. 

Since I run in the mornings, even on the warmer days, the mornings are still pretty chilly. I had a few days in the 20s when I went out in the morning, but one day was in the 50s in the morning!

Here’s how the week looked:

Sunday: 4.65 miles + 2.22 mile family walk

Monday: 5.5 miles

Tuesday: 5.4 miles

Wednesday: 5.6 miles

Thursday: 5.41 miles

Friday: 5.6 miles + 2.1 mile nighttime family walk

Saturday: 4.74 miles + 2.24 mile walk with the family and some friends

Total Mileage: 36.9 miles

Weeks Pregnant: 23!

Total Days of Running Streak: 338

Some questions for you:

• Is it feeling like spring near you?
• Do you like wearing shorts when running or do you prefer skirts or capris?

I’m linking up with Deborah and Kim for the Weekly Run Down.