When asked what i like about running, often my reply is the freedom, can go out when or where I want and just need me shorts, shoes and a t shirt and i'm done. The reality is somewhat different...
1) Check plan decide on route/session
2) Decide when i'm running, start drinking and aim to eat at least 1hr before
3) Choose/find kit
a - Top; choice - long sleeve, short sleeve or vest.
b - Bottom; choice - long or short, if short then need cycle shorts underneath
c - Underwear - running pants
d - Socks, find a matching pair
e HRM, where's the strap?
f GPS, GF201, is it charged?
g Sunglasses/hat/gloves depending on season
4) Apply vaseline to feet (and eybrows if v hot)
5) Check nipples for wear and tear - cut out and apply 2 small plaster squares
6) Choose shoes - which are dryiest, least smelly.
7) Get changed
8) Get key/mobile/money
9) Fill water bottle
10) Go out door
11) Go back cos forgot bottle
12) Stretch
13) Walk, allowing GPS to get a 'lock'
14) At last, run!!
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very very true, Bod!
(except 5, of course)
2) sit in the dark for an hour having not really woken up
3) step outside and ask myself 'why?'
Try to make myself feel better with the thought that i may do this once or twice in a year
Feel terrible - wish could turn back clock and redo evening.
decide there is no way i can run as can hardly stand
think NEVER EVER again (drink alcohol) that is
- check self in mirror to decide if I look athletic or like a stupid idiot
- change outfit several times to see which best covers wobbly areas
- assure other half i won't get run over/get mugged/get lost