Last night's fartlek run felt like I was suspended about an inch off the path, effortlessly gliding along 9 miles w/6 x 3 mins @HMP and 2 mins recoveries
My concentration on an adjusted foot strike is paying off. Although my calves are sore from the efforts, I can feel huge energy return gains in each and every stride. And, even more importantly, a ton of stress taken away from those body parts I overuse when running - my hammies & butt.
Tonight's 8 miler was similar, so easy, so relaxed, so enjoyable. Very quiet along the Hudson tonight and the perfect way to unwind after a very hectic work day.
Our weather as of late could not be more pleasant. 62* on last night's run and 59* on tonight's. Both evenings sported clear skies with loads of activity... some stars, some aircraft.
And perhaps one of the happiest elements, one that resulted in a perma-smile my entire run tonight. I will be working with a coach!!! And not just any coach, the very talented Lloyd (aka rootsrunner). I am beyond stoked at the prospect. It's something that I've thought about a lot and always considered a big missing element to my running.
...and away we go!
5 comments:
FUN! I can't wait to see how you like working with a coach. It's nice having someone on the outside looking at your training log, workouts, races and making changes and suggestions for you!
I'm glad you took a couple of days off after your wisdom teeth surgery and didn't make the same mistake as me!
Excellent! A coach will be great!
How exciting!! I'd love to one day get into personal coaching like that....let me know what you think of the experience and I may have some questions for you in the coming months :)
Ooh! I've thought about talking with Lloyd about coaching, too! I'm excited to see all the great things that this means for you!
Awesome on the coach! :)
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