I’ll let you take that title how you will.
Last night, I ran a little over six miles, mostly in the dark. It was a very pleasant run and left my thinking, “Why don’t I suck it up and run in the dark more often?” The end of my run was greeted by a stabbing pain in my lower right calf. And then this morning I woke up with a horrible pain in my neck.
I’m barely 28 1/2 and I feel like I’m falling apart.
In other news, Brad has found a new sport that doesn’t hurt his knee in the least (like running does) and we can do together. Swimming!
I’ve signed us up for an annual family pass through my work, which receives a special discount. It’s great to finally have something active for us to do together. And it’s kind of nice that Brad is a lot better at swimming than me.
I get winded after 50 meters and have to take a break. My first attempt to wear goggles was a fail. I didn’t replace the nose guard before leaving home so it didn’t fit. My Nike one piece (circa 2002 — it’s vintage, haha) is ugly and fits me poorly.
But I’m excited and up for the challenge.
Now, if can figure out how to take in air during freestyle with an aching neck. Drowning is my other option.
Sweater: Anthropologie (sold out)
Cow Neck Top: Gap (circa 2006)
Skirt: J. Crew (sold out)
Belt: Steve Madden (gifted)
Boots: Merrells Tetra Launch (I bought these three years ago for about $100 at a shoe boutique in NY)
Similar items:
Sweater: Ruche $45
Cow Neck Top: Buckle $26.95 (not pictured)
Skirt: Oasis $27
Belt: Modcloth $17.99
Boots: Aldo $83.99 or $130 for dark brown mid calf similar to mine
Try any new sports lately?
Any good new-to-swimming tips for me?
I hope you feel better. Maybe you stepped on something weird? Beautiful outfit!
i love to swim! it used to be my go-to cross-training activity before i discovered yoga. i agree though…the worst part about it is the one pieces and the hassle of goggles and swim caps!
I’m really hoping to get myself to some fitness classes at the gym- my usual cardio machine and weight routine is getting old… Hope your body feels better! My upper body [shoulders specifically] have been killing me since I did a yoga class on Wednesday :-Z
i’m a terrible swimmer, but i am so excited to be back running! i’m taking it slow and training for a 5k now, but i have a half marathon in my sights for later in 2012!
Oh no! I hope you are feeling better today. Running injuries – especially weird one that pop up out of no where – are the worst! Take it easy for a day or two and hopefully you’ll feel better. In the meantime, I’m glad you and Brad share a love of swimming! My new gym has a pool and I too will be busting out my vintage Nike one piece!
Happy New Year!