Strategy

Today, I wanted to try to run as soon as I got up.

This, traditionally, has been tough for me. I have a hard time keeping things quick (even the "get ready" and "get cleaned up" portion of the workout), and my muscles tend to feel pretty tight in the morning. The way my schedule is right now, though, it's MUCH better for me to do things that way, so I'm working on it.

Today, I did run first thing, and it went well. Some things to consider:

- Make sure warmup is decent. Stretching this morning really, really helped me loosen up from getting out of bed.
- Stack stuff - (brace, shoes, clothes) - the night before, so I don't have to walk around looking for them in the morning.
- Keep small pieces of fruit and protein bars around for a small snack if I need some pre-workout fuel when I don't want a full stomach.

Okay, GO.

N.B. - The cool running gadget I got (the MP3 player) has proven a bust so far. :/ I have yet to figure out how to get music on it. (Yes, I'm following directions, no, it's not working right. Yet). Must figure something out, as it would be much easier to carry than the one I currently listen to on runs.
P.S. I was thinking on my bike ride today how sad it is that MP3 players don't mix well with water, and aren't safe on bikes. Music tends to make everything better when working out. :)