I only did one of my short runs this past week, but I DID manage to get in my 18 miler on Saturday! It was amazingly not as hard as I anticipated. Part of what helped was my friend Joyce who ran with me even though she is not training for a specific marathon. She is signed up for a 25K in mid May. I just want to give her a huge shout out. She not only shows me where the bathrooms are, but when they didn’t have an aid station for as far as we were going she even let me borrow one of her Nuun bottles. And for the second long run this year she let me have some of her toilet paper. These are the small things that make a HUGE difference when you are out running!
Now I know, I need to find a belt or something to carry my OWN supplies even though our long runs are supported. While running for the 3 1/2 hours, I started reflecting on the other small things that make my life as a runner easier.
After the run and after breakfast/lunch, I took a nice long bath with the lavender Epsoak. I am seriously in love with this stuff (disclosure: They sent me free samples to review).
Another thing I have discovered is small but of vital importance to runners is socks. Darn Tough sent me a sample of their new green color and these just might be my new favorite socks! They were so comfortable even after a long run, and I love that they are made in the USA.
Another small thing that I actually NEED is new swim goggles. Last time I tried swimming my goggles kept filling up with water which made for a very annoying workout. So I will be shopping very soon so that I can get motivated to get this triathlon training going!
That’s my Weekly Wrap.
What small things make a big difference in your fitness routine?
Wow, YAY for Joyce! She sounds like a lifesaver in every way possible! There is nothing more helpful than bathroom assistance (location, toilet paper, et al) – so you are extremely fortunate to have her at your side. Congratulations on your 18-miler and way to push through! I’ve never tried Epsom salts but so many runners rave over them. Will have to give them a whirl one of these days.
Great job on the 18 miler! OK, what’s a vault toilet? A true friend shares her toilet paper (remember Sienfeld — I can’t spare a square!). That is a very pretty tunnel/bridge. I had the opportunity to try a SL3 Dual Pocket running belt. I liked it! It was super comfy and held a lot, even my large phone. I think your choice of sock is as important as your choice of shoe. Thanks for liking with us Wendy.
A vault toilet is kind of like an outhouse, but they do pump it out from time to time.
What Epson salt comes in scents? I have not seen this! It is the small things sometime and they are often overlooked! Thanks for linking up with us Wendy, I’m glad you answered Holly’s question. I’d say we have vault toilets all around the lake. It’s basically a nicer and more permanent porta potty!