Back in the Saddle Again...

Enter Tom Hanks getting ready for his date in Sleepless in Seattle. Anyone? Sleepless in Seattle? No? Ok. Fine.
So, after a week off for healing, HP08 got back in the running saddle this morning and let's just say...it was rough. HP08 and AT only did 3 1/2 miles for their maintenance run, but HP08 and her rusty muscles and joints felt every inch of those 3 1/2 miles. All in all, HP08 learned several things today. 1. It's not ok to just drink a little Gatorade, the half of a Luna bar is key to fueling the body. 2. It's freakin' freezing out today, dress accordingly (this is not a universal rule, but a date specific one.) 3. AT will always speed up with running by old people (probably to prove his manhood.) Slow him down or you will end up running 8 minute miles when you usually pace at 10 minutes. 4. A week off may be good for the body, but it's bad for the soul.