Just like Miles, I got stuck in a rough situation.
But unlike Miles, I wasn’t stuck hanging off of the side of the couch. My rough situation occurred when I tried to go for a run this morning. I headed out to destroy 3 miles. And it almost got the best of me!
I enjoyed some raspberry Chobani with Barney Butter for breakfast. Yum! Jared actually surprised me with this jar of Barney Butter when I got home from work last night. I guess he was listening when I mentioned that I loved it each time I took a bite. 
It took almost a mile of walking before my Garmin finally picked up satellite signal. I started my running along the Charles River near the Esplanade, enjoying the beautiful view. Only 0.2 miles in, I got the most side splitting cramp. It hurt so bad that I couldn’t even walk. I was doubled over on the side of the bike path! Ouch! I have never ever had a cramp that was so bad that I couldn’t walk it off.
Once I felt a little bit better, I decided to finish my 3 mile route by walking as fast as possible. Which turned out to be pretty slow since the cramp would not go away. I walked down Charles Street and through the Gardens and took in the scenery. Damn it, I was going to make the best of this day! Since I was forced to slow down, I appreciated my surroundings. It was a beautiful day in Boston!
I made a big salad for lunch before I left for work. Lettuce, chicken, carrots, and grape tomatoes. Filling and healthy.
I bought dinner during my shift at work: tomato soup and grilled cheese.
When I got home, I felt like I needed to redeem myself for my morning run. I dragged Jared out the door to run 2 miles. I just wanted to prove to myself that the cramp was a fluke. Sure enough…2 miles, quick and easy! I knew I could do it. 
I grabbed a bowl of strawberries and a big glass of water. I needed to relax and rehydrate after those 2 miles of hard work. I’m looking forward to an evening of watching TV and lounging on the couch.
COMMENTS
9 Comments
1. janetha
June 22nd, 2010 11:49 PM
omg that photo of miles is classic! sorry about the side pain?!? no good.
2. Shannon
June 23rd, 2010 03:35 AM
Thats a frustrating start tot he day! Glad you made the best of it and the day got better. It was a beautiful day in Boston yesterday!
3. Lauren @ Eater not a runner
June 23rd, 2010 05:59 AM
Sorry to hear about the cramp, those are the WORST!
4. Kelly
June 23rd, 2010 06:27 AM
Good for you for running again after the rough morning run!
5. Kelly @ Healthy Living With Kelly
June 23rd, 2010 07:52 AM
Sometimes cramps happen. I get them from time to time too. Don’t let it freak you out. Sometimes I get them 2 miles into a run and it is like really?! I usually breathe them out but it happens and it doesn’t mean anything about your ability or stamina! Promise!:)
6. Kacy
June 23rd, 2010 08:00 AM
haha, poor little Miles! Too cute.
Sorry about your side cramp, sounds terrible! But yay for kicking run #2′s ass!
7. BostonRunner
June 23rd, 2010 08:16 AM
Cramps are the worst! Sorry you had to go through that, but I’m glad you were able to finish up the 3 miles walking!
8. Helen
June 23rd, 2010 01:59 PM
I hate cramps that stop me for even walking especially when they come out of the blue. I wonder why it happened. At least you got to enjoy the sights!
9. Kim
June 23rd, 2010 05:43 PM
Wonder what went wrong. Glad you went back out later on. How did Jared do? Miles Miles Miles…LOL