Training Weeks 7 - 8

My prediction about getting a run in over Justin's bachelor party weekend was correct. It didn't happen. I did get some "cross-training" in if playing paintball for 3.5 hours in 90 degree heat on 3 hours sleep qualifies.
Week 7 was hot, with temps in the upper 90's/low 100's most of the week. My car read 103 on consecutive commutes. Because of the heat, I limited the running to a short 3 mile loop on Tuesday, and played volleyball and softball. Not sure I was ready for the 12 miler on Saturday, but it went off well. I felt pretty strong throughout. Liz struggled a bit but finished. The inside of her knee was giving he problems. We stayed together until the last 2+ miles, although I was pulling her for the later half of the run. Some minor but expected aches and pains on Sunday. This week so far I've done one run, a 3 miler sans Forest late Tuesday night. I'll put in 3-4 today and then run the Chicago Distance Classic on Sunday. Liz has not decided yet if she wants me to run with her. If not, I may treat it more like a race than a training run, although at this stage, no need to push anything too hard. I've been happy that my knees have held up with no noticeable pain yet.