I awoke early this morning....and headed out into the cold darkness. I love running in the early hours of the morning. Such peaceful quietness...no cars, very few house lights on, and no people. Nice. I was running along, with extra energy and I noticed the tension in my shoulders and neck started melting away. I was relaxed...and I kept going, pushing myself to a comfortable pace to endure the long run. My heart was beating fast and my pace was picking up. It felt good. I remembered then why I have love running so much! I was anticipating the sunrise that I knew would be visible in the next half hour or so...what a morning and I was getting to enjoy it.

Then I felt that twinge of pain in my lower abdomen and hip...and reality hit hard. I have not been running for 4 months! Wow! I have missed it.

But, I did manage to run 3 miles with hills and walk one mile at the end.

And...I am feeling good.