The signs of Spring....Robins building nests, Geese flying North, it's close I can feel it!Amazing recovery for me from the 18 miler Monday. I was really sore and concerned about a particular problem that's been plaguing me but today the body felt great! I ran strong and had to restrain the pace. I ran 6.1 in 54:40. The first task of a Leader is to "define the current reality." Today all the signs point to a body that is beginning to adapt to the training imposed. A year ago I could of never made this run in under an hour if I tried!
Some thoughts about how to improve conditioning:
1) medium distance runs (12-16 miles) on a more consistent basis. Making the body used to these distances. Thus the long runs won't be so daunting or damaging.
2) More diligent in core strength training-the core is crucial to your carriage!
Hope the signs are pointing to Spring in your neck of the woods! Peace
3 comments:
Funny you should write about Spring this morning. I just uploaded a post on my blog, Random Thoughts While Running, saying that I'm ready for a slight (very slight) warming trend.
Looks like breaking 4 hours is definitely in your reach!
Sounds like the training is coming along just according to plan. Keep up the great work.
Rmemeber to come up with a good stategy for your race now. And also make sure you have a contingency plan incase of weather or other circumstances. I am so pulling for you! I know what you are going through.
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