Hardest workout of my life

The marathon training is starting to get tough. I just finished my 17 mile run this weekend. I woke up at 4:00 a.m. to meet my running group. It took me 3.5 hours to complete the 17 miles. It was a mental struggle to complete the run and seriously the hardest thing my body has been through.

Having my running group with me was the only way I was able to finish. We supported each other through the tough moments and celebrated when it was over. I only have three more long runs left in my training, 19, 21, and 23. Post run, I soaked in a cold bath. That definitely helped with my soreness.

Sunrise during the run.