Was it the yoga, running and heavy yard work combinaton on Saturday or just a flare-up of a pre-marathon strain? Whatever the cause my right thigh muscle is really tender. So against my usual 'run at all costs' mentality I rode the recumbent bike for 30 minutes and then ran at a slow pace for two miles this morning. I was disappointed that I could not do my scheduled workout today. However, I am not going to use an injury as an excuse and not exercise at all on days like this. I will do something six days a week to get prepared for my next marathon.
I know the best thing to do is to do nothing until I am completely healed from all nagging injuries and soreness from my last marathon. I just cannot do the right thing in this case.
For some reason it is now so hard not to run longer distances at a faster pace. I have heard of people getting addicted to running and have even seen people running in a snowstorm as I have driven to work. Why in the world would someone run in the pouring rain or snow and freezing temperatures? Whether good or bad - I am getting closer to understanding their mentality every day. I need to remember, moderation in all things.
Kelly and I are going to get up early on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday and run, walk, bike, lift weights, etc. at 24 Hour Fitness. I much prefer to work out with someone else, and who better to exercise with then my wife.
Day #8 - 30 Minutes on Recumbent Bike, 2 Miles at a 10:00 Pace.
Hey Scott,
ReplyDeleteSee that guy behind you in the black speedo - double dare ya!!!!
Can you imagine running in that outfit? At least I was in front of him, the view from behind him could have affected my time. :)
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