Training Update

We had our first Circuit Drill work out tonight, which I missed because of traffic. I was kind of dreading this and felt very guilty for missing it, as if I had somehow willed the traffic's existence. (If I do have this sort of power the universe should know I would also like one million dollars...) Traffic combined with those last minute issues at work are going to be obstacles.

But oddly it may have worked out for the best. I had my best run to date, with the least amount of pain since I started. I warmed up with walking for about 10 minutes, then using the 1:3 ratio went for another 32 minutes. 8 minutes running, 24 minutes walking. Might not seem like much, but trust me, if you are not a natural athlete and you've never run before it's an accomplishment.

My new running shoes seem to be making a huge difference. I experienced what I believe to be a normal amount of discomfort for a beginner, not lots of pain. I felt burn, and had shaky legs at the end but was able to keep going. I came home and iced down the legs and popped some ibuprofen and I think all is good.

I'm going to try for the 5:30 am (yikes!) buddy run on Thursday...it really doesn't sound pleasant, but I get so stressed trying to get back to Walnut Creek by 6:15. If I'm not trying of course I'm easily home by then.