I've been running! Two Saturday's ago, I ran 10 miles, then I ran another 10 on Friday and 4 on Sunday and 12 on Tuesday. You could say I've been trying to make up for lost mileage or time, but what I think I'm doing is trying to get used to running longer distances. When I started running, 2 miles was far... now 12 miles is far, like everything, it's about adjusting your "normal." After I ran the 10 mile Dam-to-Dam run, I was hobbling, achy and sore for almost a week - that is how I discovered the power of stretching. I ran 12 miles on Tuesday and Wednesday was only slightly sore.
This is all good news, however, I'm running slower than ever. Thankfully I've gotten over the need to stop running and take a break, but I'm still averaging 11+ minute miles, which is not good. I started thinking about what I've been doing and realized that I've done zero speed work this time. Speed work for you non-runners is exercises like sprinting for 30 seconds and then resting for a minute. Since the City-Pier-City race is Sunday, I think it's too late, but I am excited to not be in pain for the last few miles like I was for the Amsterdam Half Marathon. We shall see.
I went to London briefly this weekend - that lack of sleep is why I only ran 4 on Sunday. Here's a pic :)
Wish me luck Sunday!
Liz
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