Long runs
Almost time for my long run again. I need a battle plan.

Last week, my water backpack worked great. However, it left my shoulders very sore for a few days later. There was a bit of chafing, but I think that is unavoidable no matter what I do. I didn't go through anywhere near as much water as I thought I would. So this time I won't need to make a pitstop at my mother-in-law's house to refill it.

I will have to remember to put on sunscreen beforehand. I forgot last week, and received a wonderful tan (no burn!) as a reward. I won't be so lucky a second time. I also received a running baseball cap as a finishing prize in the WPS Half Marathon this year, which I will wear on all my long runs from now on.

I'm debating getting a new pair of running shoes, too. My current pair are starting to look a lot like my old worn-out pair. I've put a lot of miles in them recently so I think all of the cushion is worn out. The bottom of my feet are starting to get quite sore after my longer runs. That's it, I just convinced myself. I'm going to Running Room after work today and getting a new pair.