So I went for my run yesterday; a little apprehensive after getting so dizzy on Thursday.
I took it slower and I ate more during the day yesterday (Okay, I had a donut at work).
I think I have decided that the socks didn’t cause my issues. I do think the 4 other items I listed were all part of the issue. Especially the fact it got 20 degrees hotter in 2 days. It has been so much cooler lately because of afternoon storms that it is almost like I have to get used to the heat all over again.
Starting out slowly yesterday really helped. I was able to get 6 miles in, and this after waking up at 1:30 AM and not being able to get back to sleep, working all day and taking myself and my Lovely Wife to the Chiropractor. After all that I ran 6 miles in a 9:22 pace. Not bad.
Today I am waffling about what to do. I should run, but I am sore from the week and I have my long run tomorrow. I know TJ would tell me that even 3 miles would help. I’ll see. I am going to take BZL to Steak N Shake for a birthday breakfast (can you believe I have a 26 year old son? I know I can’t). Then I’ll play it by ear.
I’m hoping to get somewhere between 15 – 18 miles Sunday. I really have to make that goal or rethink my marathon. 5 weeks left and all my injuries have really affected my progress. It is crazy that I went a year with no injuries and now 4 months filled with them.
Life is good.
278 to Boston 
I would take the day off if you haven’t run already and try to make Sunday a really good run. Even if you have to do a little run walk in the heat you need the distance more than time so don’t even worry about your time. Get in the distance! I have run 22 marathons and been a runner for 14 years.
Russ
Thanks! I’ll take your advise. I appreciate the help. My first marathon is coming up quickly. I hope it is the first of many! 22 in 14 years is impressive!
Keep up the good work and trust your training. If you haven’t been able to get in all the training you wanted to it is best to concentrate on your long run distance than speed. That is psychologically what will ultimately carry your through the race in the end.
Very helpful. Will do. Thanks!!!
Agree with the long run proponents. It’s tough when sleep issues start messing with your run schedule.
I agree. Thanks for the input. Sleep is huge, but has been a difficult lately. That may be some of my problem.