Let the long runs begin

12 miles. Yes, 12 miles this morning! This is longest I've run since the mini marathon in April. And it felt like it!

(A note of warning: I am planning on being very frank about what happens to me out on these runs. Lots of "fun" things happen to runners when the distance gets longer...You have been warned. OK, it's really not that bad...)

Overall, the run was really good. We took our time and made it through the 12 miles. A few water stops and a few walk breaks along the way makes for a good time. It was also pretty warm and really humid this morning. Needless to say I was soaking wet by the end. As we were walking to the gym after we finished, one of my fellow runners looked at me and said "You're bleeding." The first thing I did is feel my face. Then, it dawned on me what was bleeding. That's right, my nipple. Ouch! A wet shirt rubbing for 12 miles will cause a lot of pain! I actually had a feeling that this was going to happen today. The distance and the humidity made for the "perfect storm." However, if this was the only issue I had with this run (which it was) I'll take it - there are far worse things, believe me!

Now it's onto another easy week - no speedwork yet and then capped off by another 12 miler. This time I will be prepared for the rubbing!