The Countdown has begun...

I can't believe we are under the one month mark for my 1/2 marathon.  Although I feel like I have been training forever, I'm a little nervous that I haven't been pushing myself quite enough.  Then there is this other part of me that really just wants to get it over with!  I actually really have been enjoying the longer runs, so I'm sure with all the people and excitement I'll be able to push out those 13.1 miles. 

Last week I finally made an appointment to go to the chiropractor.  I only run on the streets around my neighborhood, and prior to the appointment, I could feel my left hip was out.  I blame it on how uneven the streets are towards the sides.  So I wasn't super amazed when the doctor said I was completely out of alignment.  However, when he said my right leg was about 3/4 of an inch shorter that my other one, I was a little shocked!  Hello, that might be my problem.  Now I'm all fixed up and feeling better.  I still have a little issue with my hip, but I don't think it's going to go away while I'm still running. 

I did get some fancy new shoes yesterday!!  After running multiple long runs in my Vibrams, I felt like I needed something with a little more support for my knees.  I love my Vibrams and will definitely keep running shorter distances in them, but I am excited to run in my new shoes.  I actually have almost worn through the bottom portion of my Vibrams, so either way, something new needed to be purchased!

I was going to go with the Saucony Grid Type A4 shoes, which is a racing shoe, but still didn't feel quite enough support in them.  I decided on the Brooks  PureConnect, which have a similar style as my Vibrams.  They have a little more support, but with the flexibility of the neutral running shoe.  Aren't they pretty?

Love B