I finally got to run with my coworker Steve on Saturday.  We’re running a trail marathon together this month, and I wanted to see how he handles the dirt and hills.  Steve is definitely faster than me on the road; last September we ran a half marathon “together” and I’d lost sight of him by mile two.  Saturday was a lot better.  I actually managed to wear the old guy out, which made him a little nervous I think.

Importantly, I also ran 18.2 miles in my KSOs with no ill effects.  That’s the farthest I’ve gone in them.

This Saturday I have a half marathon here in town.  I’ve run it every year they’ve held it, and I’m the only person who has done that.  Maybe next year, after the fifth time, someone will notice.

I’d really like to PR, but I would have to run at worst a 7:32 average. Sure, I can manage that for like six miles, but thirteen? Don’t know about that.

I am going to try my new secret weapon, though.  The Tarahumara of the Copper Canyons in Mexico have drink they call “iskiate.”  It’s made of water, sugar, lime juice, and chia seeds.  Yes, like seeds from the plant in a chia pet.

It’s a strange drink, as the seeds get very slimy and look like frog eggs suspended in the water.  But it actually tastes kinda nice and refreshing.  The seeds are supposed to be crazy good for you, one of those “supergrains” like quinoa (which I also like).  We’ll see if it lives up it’s purported ability as an endurance booster.

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