September 11th 2004

Yesterday I took the prescribed rest day, which really helped a little bit to catch up on my sleep. I did not sleep well last night becuase the power went out and the fans and airconditioning in the condo were not running. Aside from the heat, it was so quiet I could hear every cockroach scuttling around (just kidding, but it seemed like something was making little noises in the condo.) It was so hard to find parking becuase of the Aloha festival going on this weekend. I ended up walking a lot to get to the practice area. On the way out, I felt fine, average until we got to the aide station. I ingested a Power Gel packet and some gatorade and started heading out again. I felt so wiped of any energy. I slowed down to a walk for a little bit which helped out. I was able to run with some energy for a while. My energy was quickly depleated again and I stopped for another walk. Even though I was able to run most of the way back, it was at a very slow pace. It took me and extra 10 minutes to get back. I definitely needed a nap during the morning. I did not sleep well last night and today's run completely wiped me out. I felt a little better by mid-afternoon. I did take some time throughout the day to reflect back on the horrible tragedy of 3 years ago. It still bothers me. :( Weight: 117 pounds Breakfast: 1/2 power bar, yogurt, 1/2 bagel with cream cheese Lunch: Vegetable omelet, biscuit, potatoe cassorole Dinner: Manicotti, Chocolate cake, 1 glass red wine