Sort of.
Last week was my first go at planning my training in a while, and it seemed to go ok.
I don't mind hill reps at all, so that was all good, though my knee complains like mad the next day.
I've also got back to the place where I can run solidly without my body persuading my brain to walk a short distance, which is a massive boost to the ego to keep me going.
I even managed my long run this afternoon after a morning of cleaning, gardening and making (not assembling, actually making!) a wooden arch for the front of the house (also impressed myself I didn't bleed at any point during the process).
I somehow managed this fuelled only by two slices of toast and honey - not something I want to repeat!
A potential issue to keep an eye on is the big toe on my right foot. It's absolutely killing me and clicks loudly (and painfully) when I walk. Its been going on for a week (since last Sunday's ego run) and is becoming tiresome.
It's not too much of a hindrance once I've got it strapped up inside my trainer, but there it is a constant background pain when I run.
Will keep it strapped up tight and ice it until it either gets better or falls off.
In the meantime, it's time to look at the week ahead.
Mon Rest
Tues 60 mins fartlek
Weds 75 mins steady
Thurs Recovery
Fri 60 mins w/ 4x1 mile @ threshold
Sat Rest
Sun 120 mins steady
The ones to note for me are the fartlek and threshold - both of which I tend to overcook as I have no idea how to pace myself. The steady ones are ok as I've now found a nice pace that I can rock and roll in.
I'll also try to eat better as, whilst I've been eating healthily, I think I need to up the intake as I felt pretty carb depleted a couple of times.
Will see if just eating larger portions helps, but if not I'll think about a five meal strategy during the week.
I forgot my fave side-effect of marathon training was being able to eat whatever I want, so why the hell shouldn't I enjoy it?
The ones to note for me are the fartlek and threshold - both of which I tend to overcook as I have no idea how to pace myself. The steady ones are ok as I've now found a nice pace that I can rock and roll in.
I'll also try to eat better as, whilst I've been eating healthily, I think I need to up the intake as I felt pretty carb depleted a couple of times.
Will see if just eating larger portions helps, but if not I'll think about a five meal strategy during the week.
I forgot my fave side-effect of marathon training was being able to eat whatever I want, so why the hell shouldn't I enjoy it?
What's a five meal strategy? Breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner & supper?
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