So the alarm went off at 5:40 this morning. Oooh girl I didn't want to get up. First thing I thought was, "hmmm, I can always run after work or even tomorrow morning instead". 5:45 comes around and I instead chose to get up. Better to get it out of the way.
It was cold this morning. As I began my walk to the bike path I decided to start an early jog to warm me up and get my blood flowing. Then I would stretch and begin my 3 mile run.
After the stretch I took off. After 5 seconds of running I was amazed at how well it felt. I didnt' need that 1/2 mile warm up when my legs all hurt which forces me to go a lot slower. I hit 1/2 mile at 5:20 which on Tuesday I hit at 5:40. Things were feeling great. At mile 1 1/2, the clock read 15:40. WOW! On Tuesday I was around 17:05. I really didn't feel like I was pushing it any harder. I was feeling great. I didn't want to push any harder than I normally do. If that means going slower or faster, so be it. But I want to keep the same efforts. I finished the run in 30:30. That means I went out in 15:40, back in 14:50. Yeeeeeeehaw! I went 33:40 on Tuesday. That means I ran about 3 minutes faster. I had a huge smile on my face since it was a nice strong run. I'm not sure if it was the pre run then stretch, the new shoes, becoming a better runner, or all of the above. Either way this morning's run is very motivating.
3 mile run
Swim - LCM
Jacquie was coaching last night so I knew the workout wouldn't be much distance and more stroke work. This week is breaststroke so I didn't care. It was good to work on everything from hips, to pull outs, etc. Distance in meters I have no idea, but I would guess 1800 meters.
Weight - 183
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And well it should be, good job Brian, watch out Oprah!!!!!!!!
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