My legs are done. I ran an easy 3 miles today and felt my legs just dragging along. I mentioned yesterday needing to do some yoga to stretch them out. I'm considering a massage to help flush the muscles out. I'm really happy I've been going to Barton Springs to help keep the swelling in check.
I did some strength training later today - upper body. I'm keeping the weights light because I'm not training to power lift. I just want to be able to move my body efficiently.
This week's workout schedule will be more regimented. I have a strict schedule to keep to. This is the last week where I'll be concentrating almost exclusively on running. I said earlier I'd set a good baseline of cardio conditioning, and I feel comfortable with my lungs at this point.
Next week, I'll be riding more and then combining the rides and runs. This is a sprint distance so I can pile up the miles and cover the 20k cycling prep in plenty of time.
I'm still have plenty of work to put in in the pool.
This week's running schedule:
Monday: 3 miles
Tuesday: 5 miles
Wednesday: Swim, no run
Thursday: 5 miles
Friday: Swim, no run
Saturday: 5 miles.
Once you get the cycling fold it in, have you thought about doing some bricks? Brick = bike followed immediately by a run. Prepares you for the jello feeling in your legs when you get off the bike.
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