Monday 19 November 2012

Come back, legs

Can now draft posts on my iPhone. Isn't that great? Just don't ask me where I'm sitting as I write this...

So my chiropractor was concerned enough to tell me to come back just 1 week later. Left hip flexor again, showing the effects of running in "mashed potatoes" (snow) for over 30k on a Sunday.
2 mid-week runs on the bike have seen a quick recovery. Last Sunday was a 22k which I did in exactly 2 hours, and only a slight pulling.
The more general lifeless feeling of high levels of fatigue was still there. I know however that strength will return by race day. Before the Harvest Half, it was only 4 or so days beforehand that they roared into life.
I can't wait for the blowtorch sensation to fade, as right now another familiar feeling is reintroducing itself: pre-race excitement. This emotion is one of the many reasons why I run.

6 comments:

  1. Take it easy. Races have this way of creeping up on us. Make sure you are rested and ready. That pre-race feeling is so good :)

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    1. Cheers Johann! Great epic 3 day event you did.

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  2. Ahh...I came across your blog name and HAD to check it out!!! Love it!!

    Good luck with your race... the excitement is half the fun ;)

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    1. Thanks! I've also been doing the Bikram yoga for the past few months.

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    2. How do you like it? I haven't been back since recovering from my surgery...but am planning on it hopefully soon!!! I think it is a great workout...and pairs really well with running!

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    3. For running in particular it does seem to loosen up tight spots. One instructor also said that a few runner-specific stretches at the end help. In general it brings an alert/ alive sensation over time.

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