Happy 4th of July!!
Hubby and I endured the heat this morning and ran our 3rd 4th of July 5k. It was a scorcher today. It was 85 degrees and humid at 8 a.m. when we ran the race. I was able to run 1.5 miles before having to run/walk the rest of the way. And I’m not even disappointed in myself for walking some. I knew I was pushing it too hard in the heat. It ended up being much more enjoyable that way!
There were a lot of people out with their sprinklers on for the runners to run through—what a lifesaver! I also took all the water I could and dumped it over my head as I ran—I never knew this would cool you down so nicely!! But I ended up finishing the race completely soaked, partly from sweat, but mostly from dumping water over my head.
We finished in 42:15, which isn’t my slowest, but it’s a few seconds away from my slowest time yet! Totally not disappointed though because I know I gave it my all. It was just too hot for me today! But it was fun, and that’s what’s most important.
The day continued to get hotter and hotter. I saw 100* on the thermometer. My parents and younger brother spent the day with us and we had a lot of fun!
Here are hubby and I at the parade:
I hope you had a wonderful 4th of July!!
