Today was a perfect day for my final long run for my 50K training.  It was only 88F and the humidity was low as well at 66%.  Perfect weather!

I set out a little bit earlier than usual.  The weather forecast called for a high of 96F and I did NOT want to be out running in that if I did not have to.

My mileage goal for the day was 20 some odd miles.  Maybe a little bit extra if all was going well.

The first 10 miles went great!  Negative splits the whole 10 miles.  I was moving right along.  Felt strong.  The heat wasn’t bothering me.  It was awesome!!!

I stopped at the house at the 14 mile mark.  I needed more Gatorade.  I refilled my water bottle and headed on out the door.  I ran the cul-de-sac at the end of our street and passed my house again on my way towards Evans Road.  I then passed the new house when all of a sudden, “OWWW!!!”

I looked down and there was a bee stuck on the outside of my lower left leg.  RATS!

I ran down to Evans Road but my leg really started hurting.  This would not do.  I needed some Benadryl.  Boo.  Had to turn around and head back to the house.  Rats!  Rats!!  RATS!!!

So, today’s run that was going so well was cut short by a stupid bee.  However, we will choose to look at this as a learning opportunity.  I did not have Benadryl on my packing list of things needed for race day.  It is there now!

The leg is feeling better but today’s run is a wash.  I would still like to get another 20+ mile run under my belt before race day and next week is my last chance for that.  After that, I will be tapering (doesn’t that have a nice ring to it!?!)

So, next Wednesday will be my very last loooooong run before race day.  I hope.   🙂