A bad week and a bad run
It’s been a pretty busy week at work and I’ve also had the manflu so I skipped a few of the midweek runs. It also hasn’t helped that my little girl has been having sleep issues so my wife and I have been getting very little sleep.
Anyway, today we wanted to do a half marathon but when my alarm woke us up at 5 we were both rather bleary eyed. There was also a rather ominous howl of wind and the sound of torrential rain so my wife turned around and went back to bed! I was sorely tempted to follow her but I was wide awake so I decided to have breakfast and catch up on the news instead.
We eventually managed to get out at about 1:30pm and the conditions didn’t appear to be too bad at first. The rain had reduced to sporadic showers but it was still rather windy.
The first 9 km were with the wind so we were going quite well. Unfortunately as soon as we turned around we both groaned and it just seemed a bit too hard today. We’ve both been sick this week, combine this with the lack of sleep and I just don’t think we were in the running groove to be honest.
Anyway, we ran where we could and walked when the wind got especially strong and in the end we only did 18km rather than our planned 21.1. I’m praying that the Marathon day is not a windy one! I had my fill of that at Christchurch.
Anyway 18.5km in a depressing 2:05:47.
In happier news, we managed to get a walk in at the Orakei Domain. My little monkey enjoyed it very much as you can see!
I have to admit that I’m so glad I decided to get fit. It means a lot to be able to be able to chase my daughter (and the wife!). 
October 18th, 2009 20:32
Yes, I certainly wish I had done my “get fit routine” when my kids were younger, it would have made a big difference. Hope the next week is better for you! I’m sick of the wind here, too.
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October 18th, 2009 20:40
Your monkey is adorable!
An awful training run is an absolutely essential prerequisite for a great marathon
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Andrew
reply on October 19th, 2009 1:01 pm:
One can only hope!
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October 19th, 2009 00:23
Your little monkey is cute! That’s a great age, when they’re sleeping well, that is! *grin*
Of all the weather conditions, for me, running in the wind is the toughest. There’s nothing quite so difficult as leaning forward and having mother nature push back at you.
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October 19th, 2009 04:14
I agree with Kate. You have to have at least one horrible run as part of training.
At least now you are ready for the wind
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Sally
reply on October 19th, 2009 7:39 am:
LOL, or ready to walk when it gets too windy to run!
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October 19th, 2009 14:32
PS- I am from WELLINGTON and the wind yesterday was absolutely NUTS!
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October 20th, 2009 00:32
It must be something in the air….. but I am sure the air is a bit different there then here
I am coming off of one of the worst training WEEKS I have had – not bad runs, but just not enough because of weather/rest/sleep issues. I won’t continue as this is your blog and not mine
Keep your head up, your next run will be especially good I am confident!
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October 20th, 2009 03:19
A horrible windy run is better than no run at all. Keep up the good work and keep your goals in mind. Good Luck!
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October 20th, 2009 21:26
Hey Andrew
Great to hear you are still going strong – sleep deprivation, wind and all.
I’m now out of the AKL marathon due to injury but your blog is an inspiration. As soon as I’m able, I’ll be back.
All the best, and happy running. Toni
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October 21st, 2009 05:21
hmmm..your last long run sounds like mine….
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October 21st, 2009 21:23
Lovely photo of Sally & Emma! Yes, its GREAT that you are doing the fit/healthy Dad thing! Much more fun. Enjoy. I’m back in my fitness headspace now, don’t think I’ve lost weight yet, but certainly FEELING much better, which was my primary goal. Loads of love. Sandra xxx
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October 22nd, 2009 06:40
The bad runs make the good runs even better.
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October 23rd, 2009 09:20
Hi, Andrew. You have an inspiring story! Sure, there will be some bad days, but you seem to press on regardless. Becoming a fit dad is wonderful gift to give to your sweet daughter. Good luck to you!
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October 24th, 2009 06:20
Kudos for getting out there despite the miserable weather condition. You are truly dedicated. You have a very cute and adorable daughter.
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