Saturday was my team's 2nd group run. My goal was to run 7 miles. I was a bit nervous driving to the park to meet up with my team but once I started running, I just kept thinking "I can do this, just take it slow." I did it. It felt great. Running through Royal Oak and Huntington Woods helped my run feel relaxed and enjoyable. Next group run on Saturday will be 8 miles and I am looking forward to the challenge.

Wasn't sure how this past week was going to affect my running as I dropped a box on my toes. But although my big toe is sore, my running shoes are loose enough not to bother it. Ran 5 miles Saturday. It was a slow and comfortable run. The last mile or so my legs started to feel a bit tired. Sunday was actually harder to run my 3 miles - I don't know if it was because of running 5 on Saturday or if because I only allowed myself 2 hours after eating a heavy dinner.

Training has been going great. The miles are low this first month so it hasn't been difficult. I've only had to run in the rain once. I realize though that on Marathon day it may be rainy and windy so I run regardless of what is happening weatherwise outside. My least favorite is when it is sunny and warm as that makes my runs seem more difficult. A nice cool breeze and some drizzle is welcome! My miles are beginning to increase this coming week. By the end of the month my long run will be 6 miles. I'm really looking forward to reaching that goal.

I will be blogging my training for the 2008 Dublin Marathon here. Please check back often and submit encouragement along the way. Thanks!