Well still no orthotics but ran anyhow. This running is painful still on the left leg but I just have to run. I did 45 min tonight indoors on the machine. Ran 5.11 miles in 45 min for a pace of 8.48 min miles. Was a good run, I took it easy as I could have easily increased that pace to an 8 min mile without greater exertion. The main problem tonight was the workout after. I don’t like to workout before the run as I find I’m to sluggish for the run and to me the run is the priority. I think as these runs get longer I’m going to have to divide the training back into two part days. I’ll run in the AM and workout in the PM. I can do a short run in the PM to get some additional mileage in (no more than 30 min.). For tonight I got a chest workout in, back and one set of shoulder press before I burnt out! Get back to the gym tomorrow and hopefully the orthotics will be in.
Archive for February, 2008
Still no Orthotic :: Ran anyway
Well my orthotic still isn’t in. I ran anyhow. I used a different pair of shoes I had kicking around this evening as my other pair that I used for the half marathon are done. The left shoe is completely worn on the outer left heal. That is from the leg discrepency. I should have probably stopped using that shoe after getting the lift. Anyhow tonight I ran in a pair of Mizuno’s I had kicking around (new but not used). Did a 3.3 mile run in 30 min. Not a bad pace. We’ll see how the legs and foot feel tomorrow. They told me the orthotic should be in tomorrow and ready for me on Monday (fingers crossed).
Goofy Challenge 2009 :: SOLD OUT
Well I wan’t planning to do it again this year regardless but wow did it ever sell out fast. This year it sold out on Feb 7th 2008. I registered last year at the end of February and it sold out shortly there after. This year it’s sold out in only 3 weeks. The half is also selling fast. I don’t think I’ll be running Disney next year. I’ve done it two years in a row, it’s an awesome time but the weather can go either way at that time of year and the course is difficult as there are on ramps and off ramps that are killer on the legs. I’m looking at the Orange County Marathon instead. I’ll keep ya posted.
Workout and Run :: or run and workout!
Well went to the gym tonight and started it out with a run. Did 20 min run for 2.5 miles on the treadmill. The foot is coming along. I really need the orthotic though as I can really fell the pressure on the legs and foot. I was looking at the heal of my shoe and it is so worn out on the outside left heal. It’s pretty inbelievable. I can’t wait to see how this orthotic feels. I also did an intense workout after, total upper body including back and and abs. Will workout legs tomorrow. I didn’t want to push it with the foot. Now I’m making a BBQ Chicken pita pizza. I know it’s kind of late but I need the protein and carbs. Just burned out.
As for the weather, it’s an incredible storm a brewing out there. We actually had lightning and thunder and now the sleet is just coming down. There is currently 45km/h wind out there and lots of accumulation on the ground. We’ll see how this plays out, I’m supposed to be in Toronto tomorrow for meeting.
First Run :: Since Goofy Challenge
Well this was my first run since injuring myself during the Goofy Challenge. I really wasn’t sure what I was in store for so I really took it easy. This was a treadmill run and wanted to get at least 20 min in. Well I was about to get cocky and give it for 30 but I played it smart. Ran for twenty and it was a nice run (as nice as a treadmill could be). Did my workout after, all but legs. Had a protein Banana Whey shake and went home. Iced the legs and used some Myoflex cream. This stuff is really good. No heating up, no tingling, no smell nothing. You just feel it working when you get up and walk on the foot after using it. I’m not going to run tomorrow, lay up and let the recovery process take over and do another run on Wed. Will workout though.
Did I go to the gym? :: NOPE BLACK SHEEP
Well I didn’t get to the gym tonight. Today I spent the day in the Niagara Region at my fathers house. Was a nice day. Came home to relax with a nice pint. I’m having among other things “BLACK SHEEP ALE”. What an awesome beer. If you enjoy trying different beers and you like the english ale’s, this one might be for you. If you enjoy the Smithwicks’ give this one a shot. You can find more information on the Black Sheep Brewry on their site. I’m also watching the movie “The Invasion”. Seems ok so far but I’m only partially into it, on my new 24″ flat screen. Oh what a life we live. Anyhow I’ll let ya know how the movie turns out and I’ll write about my workout tomorrow as I’m sure I’ll make it to the gym. Have to start the week out right. This week went to crap due to the flu.
Get into the gym :: worried about the foot
Well I’m hoping to get into the gym today. I didn’t make it yesterday as I still wasn’t 100%. Today I fell well but we are in the middle of a “SNOW STORM”. Like c’mon, yes the roads are bad but the major problem is people don’t get snow tires. I have purchased my snow tires and you just have to slow down a bit on the roads that aren’t plowed and one will be fine. Well I could be wrong, I see they just extended the warning about 30 min ago. The gym isn’t far from my home so hope to get there. I’m still suffering from my foot pain and it has me quite concerned. I would like to give it a little run on the treadmill tonight and see how it goes, see what the outcome will be and then decide whether I should go see Dr. Levy. I need to get training and know what I’m looking at for my summer marathon season. Also I don’t have the orthotics yet. I spoke with John Infanti and he said should be in next week some time. If I make it into the gym tonight I’ll update the blog with info about how it went.
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