I didn't mind turning 40 since I didn't feel 40. But that was 2 weeks ago. Before I hurt my knee. Coincidence? Probably. (Maybe it has something to do with the increased distances.) After last Saturday's 8 mile run, my knee started hurting me. I've been in touch with a Podiatrist who recommeneded some stretches and strengthening exercises so I'm giving that a go. Hopefully that and ice will keep me in the game. On the plus side, I think I've turned a corner. This week, my weekday runs consisted of 5 miles, 4 miles and 5 miles. On my 4 mile day, I commented to a friend that "I only have to run 4 miles today." ONLY 4 miles??? And you know what? It felt like a short run. Now I breeze through these midweek runs with little or no dread (aside from knee worries) and it's only the long weekend runs that get me in a sweat. Well I sweat on ALL the runs, but I only sweat while thinking about the long ones. Speaking of long runs, this weekend is the 10 mile run. Wish me luck.