Taper Time

Believe it or not I have reached taper time for my 1/2 marathon already.  I the past I have really been looking forward to reaching this time and cutting back on the kilometers because the journey has always felt so long.  This time around it feels different though. I really do think that having a running partner has helped me this time.  The long runs haven't felt so long (yes, running for 2 hours didn't feel like 2 hours honestly!!).  I have also had the opportunity to add a lot more variety into my runs.  The days of running the same blocks week in and week out have gone because in the past increased distances just meant running the same roads in a circuit.  My runs this time have taken me on trails, country roads and then still a bit of what I am use to.  I some ways, I really like to think that this different training has made me a stronger runner for my up coming event.  Waitarere, you are only two weeks way!  Yes my mind is wandering a bit but I know I can tackle you again this year, I know I can run the distance.  Just a few little short runs for the next two weeks and 10km to plod out at the weekend and I will be as ready as ever for you!