Looking down the steep hill the runners call "gut hill". It was painful to watch some runners try to get to the top of this. |
The races between these international schools all happen about an hour from here at a U.S. army recreational facility, a mini forest in the middle of suburbia. Because it is still hot, the races start early. This morning I have to admit to feeling less than enthusiastic about getting up at 5.30, especially when it was already 28 C in our bedroom (it was nicer outside, but only by a few degrees for an hour or so). I was also carrying a headache I've been battling on and off for the last few days. However I'm glad I went.
The setting is tranquil (especially if you ignore all the sweaty teenagers), and with no responsibilities I could sit and relax for a few hours under shady trees with a book. It did mean two hours of Tokyo driving, but I was fortunate enough to be a passenger, not a driver. I feel tired now, but mentally refreshed. Getting out of the house and not staring at this computer for a while was good for me.
It was also good to see my eldest son compete. He did well — bested his previous best time at the course by 32 seconds. His comment at the end was that it felt shorter than in previous years. He's grown and is stronger! I'm looking forward to seeing what further improvements he can make during the season.
Drink more water. Dehydration is the major cause of headaches.
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Judie, I drink more water than most people! In summer I sometimes feel like all I'm doing is drinking and going to the loo. Many of my headaches are stress and muscle tension related, but the heat and humidity isn't helping much at present either.
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