Well here we are, January gone in what feels like record time. Oh, what should have, could have, would have been! Let’s see, approximately 100 miles logged, new speedy quick feet, noticeable improved fitness, not so much unfortunately. The road has been and remains rough. I suppose these roadblocks and challenges, are in itself, what motivates me. Suppose I had qualified for Boston 4 years ago, would I be here today obsessing about running, nutrition, being in better shape? Maybe this is my destiny, perhaps this is all meant to be…
9 Weeks until Bay Race. It’s not about time anymore; it’s now about just finishing. This 30k is without question, the toughest track I have ever battled. The weather, a huge x factor. I walked it in once before, I can't let it happen again.
Week 1
SUNDAY - 75 min LR - Very easy
MONDAY - core w/o
TUESDAY - 25 miles cycle
WEDNESDAY - Hill Repeats - right outside my front door
THURSDAY - 25 miles cycle -
FRIDAY - 6 mile temp run
SATURDAY – OFF
Week 2
SUNDAY - 90 min LR
MONDAY - free weight, core w/o
TUESDAY - 20 miles
WEDNESDAY - Speed w/o - 9 x 400 (200 m recoveries)
THURSDAY - core/body weight workout, easy 20mile cycle
FRIDAY - Temp 7 miles
SATURDAY – OFF
With the help of a new coach, here is where we feel we can start. I’ve missed most of my pre training other than a couple of weeks with some spotty runs. Onward and upward. Hopefully pounding some hills for the next few weeks will help get some strength back not to mention kill some pounds. It is the best way shed pounds on a tight schedule. If you are limited to only a few workouts a week, make sure hills are one of them.
Back for more later!
Ciao for now
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