Half Training and Crossfit

Soo, I started training for the route 66 half marathon officially on July 9.  Since then I've been on scheduled runs (and coaching).  Last week I ran 20 miles.  Most of these miles were done at 5:15 am since everyday this week its been over 103 degrees.  Its still very hot and often humid when I do these runs.  So they are fluff.  I've also been coaching a 6pm on Monday and Wednesday.  These runs are actually the hardest.  Imagine trying to encourage new runners when its super hot.  I feel like they do. HOT!  While doing this, I've also been going to crossfit Tuesdays and Thursdays.  Whoo! that is a great and addictive workout.  Its hard too.  I love it.  I don't love the soreness that comes with it.   I hope all of this brings me closer to my fitness goals.  I'm going to investigate the paleo diet today.  I think cleaner eating is in my future (if only I can get a certain great griller to grill for me).

I'm hoping to make it back here.  The finish line, but at the Route 66 race.  I believe I can make it.  

Night all. 

Crossfit!

Let me start by saying that I've been a busy bee.  I still haven't put up my Wyoming pictures (I swear I will).  But this weekend, I begin my half marathon training.  Honestly, its hot as hades here too.  I'm nervous.  In a bid to be prepared, I decided to change gyms to one that has crossfit.  Now, I drive ALL the way across town to the YWCA.  This is the only gym in town with affordable crossfit.

Crossfit is no joke! Its hard and fast and you will be sore.  Usually, it takes about 20-25 mins to get done (depending on YOU).  We do stuff like sprinting, super squats with weights, burpies, etc.  It ain't easy.  I keep going because I truly believe this will help me to be a better runner.  Sigh, at least I hope a whole lot.  Here's a pic of my first day:

I think I look intense.