Another big milestone for the run streak. As the date approached I had the idea that running 16 miles to commemorate the day would be a fun way to celebrate.
Last weekend I ran 8 mile to prepare and then this week my right knee kept nagging at me. The knee is sore and I was worried about blowing it out and ruining the streak. So I just loaded up my water vest today and decided I would go as long as my knee felt strong.
Then at around a mile and half in I ran past a man walking his chihuahua then another chihuahua comes out of nowhere. It ran straight at my feet and nipped at my ankles. I slowed and then it bit me on my left calf!!
I wasn’t really sure if it actually bit me at first. I ran faster and it followed so then I doubled back toward the owner so that he could get his dog under control. Once I saw he had the dog I turned and went on my way.
I kept running and eventually checked out my leg. The little bugger broke the skin and there were beads of blood on my calf. Between my calf and my knee I knew there was no way I was going to get the 16 miles in.
I adjusted my mindset and my route and finished with six miles for day 1600! The six miles felt good and my knee held strong. I really wanted to get the dog bite washed out and sanitized. It is all good this evening and I will run again tomorrow.
Run happy!