WHOOT!
Where did today come from?
When I thought about my schedule today, and how to fit training in, I noticed that (at a time I had available) the treadmills that I can use were available to me, followed directly by the pool opening for open swim right after.
I decided to be ambitious. I wanted to do a good, long, solid run, and then go swimming.
Before I left to go, I had a bit of a headache, and a bit of a scratchy throat. I attribute this to mild allergies that I have flare up from time to time. I took some meds about 20 minutes before I left, and went over there with my determined face on.
On the treadmill, I had one of the BEST runs I have had since starting to run again. I ran for approximately 22 minutes and for approximately 2 miles. Yes, as far as I figured from the numbers, those are right. I had the speedometer up past 5.2 the entire time, and had it up to 5.7 towards the end. My knee was sore for a little bit right at the beginning, but once I got into my groove, it felt a lot better. SOOO SO happy with this run!!!!!!! I couldn't believe it. :D Then followed it up with 100 crunches, just to be badass.
I got in the water about 20-30 minutes later. Did 8 laps (a quarter mile), of mixed breast stroke and freestyle. I felt pretty good, was somewhat tired at the end, but totally endorphiney and overall feeling aw-some.
Very very happy with today's training.
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Great job! =D
ReplyDeleteRemember that training doesn't mean it'll always be a steady increase in performance; sometimes you won't run as well and sometimes you'll run every better - but the important thing is that, overall, you'll improve.
I wish I had your self-discipline. Respect!