He said: Tit for Tat (Long run for baked ziti)

This was a great running week for me. I did my longest run ever and felt great doing it. I have been running for a few months and I feel like I am starting to make some progress. I have been running alone lately and the solitude has really made me face the question of whether I want to do this or not. And so far I would respond with a big YES. I am really enjoying myself.

I ran a total of 21.5 miles for the week with some weight training and a heated yoga class. I did a 9.5 mile run on Saturday afternoon in Central Park. A combination of the large loop and two bridal path loops. It was the first semi warm day over the last couple of weeks in New York and it motivated me to push hard and do my longest run so far. I kept a steady fast pace and I was so proud that I finished. I celebrated with a big plate of baked ziti. Possibly the best way to celebrate a big run.