I have learnt to not have such a tight rein on things all the time. A few months ago, running without a watch was a huge step in letting go of control a little. With the craziness of the past few months, I allowed myself to not run if I didnt feel like it - you know what though? Allowing myself the option of saying no, not running when I didnt feel it, not doing everything I am told - all of this took the pressure off and made me breathe just a little deeper. So many things we take for granted. Being able to run is a luxury I am afforded; a luxury that I will never take for granted. There are people who need help walking, even washing themselves, who are too sick to leave their bed. I feel grateful every single day to be able to wake up and go whenever I want.

12 very hot kms this morning. The sun was up and shining at 5am today. A bit gross!