Training Runs = Learning Experiences

As I struggled to get out the door, I realized I needed to figure out what to do with my headphones.  I have been running without them which means my music has been playing.  Knowing I had a race coming up, I needed to figure out how I was going to handle the music otherwise I need to go without.  I set out today in hopes of a nice easy 3.5 mile run.  Unfortunately, I was not having an easy go of it.  My legs were cramping (thank you gardening for four hours and not drinking much water).  After about half a mile, my headphones were annoying me.  During my first walk break, I adjusted my headphones.  I ran the next four minutes being continously annoyed.  Then the next walk break occurred, I made another adjustment.  It was better, but it was not going to make it through 3 miles.  Finally, I made one more tweak.  It wasn't bad, but it wasn't amazing.  I am going to need to get use to running with these new headphones otherwise I will need to run without music or "coaching".  I also need to constantly remind myself to drink water.  Hydration is important.  Without proper hydration, my legs cramp up like crazy!!