This week, I did a track workout on Wednesday and a 3 mile recovery run on Thursday. My legs weren't sore, but have been feeling tired. On Saturday, I met my friend at the mountain again.
The first trip up was rough and I wasn't sure I was going to make it. My legs were on fire.
As I stood on the top of the mountain the first trip up, something clicked. The thought crossed my mind that I wasn't *just* training for Mt. Washington. This hill training was going to make me a stronger runner overall. My legs were going to be strong, I'd be able to tackle hills in races like a boss, and most importantly, I would be mentally strong enough to push through difficult stretches during the marathon. The marathon. There is was. The carrot that I needed.
My next 3 trips up were much better. I dug deep, focused hard and felt strong. I was able to actually run more than walk on these trips. I felt good and at the end, I probably had one more trip in me. But, I left it at 4 for this week.
Total elevation this run: 1,258 ft.
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