This morning I was not only on time for our 5:15 run, I got there 6 minutes early.  I have been fighting a cold since the swim on Sunday (my husband and coworkers blame swimming at Venice Beach for my illness).  I thought that running this morning would help flush out the toxins.  I enjoyed talking to the group for the first 5 miles then it hit me.  I bonked and I bonked bad.  I had to slow my pace just to finish the run.  Maybe I am dehydrated from the Sudafed?  I am not sure.  It is definitely time for me to start running with a hand held bottle.  I plan to pick one up today or tomorrow.  

I have enjoyed reading all of the Ironman race recaps over the last couple of days.  I am inspired by your stories and feel propelled forward on my own journey.  Congrats to everyone who finished a marathon or Ironman over the weekend.

Next weekend, I will be live blogging from the Ironman Championships in Kona.  I look forward to being a spectator.  There is definitely magic in the lava fields of Kona.