The workout that wasn't. Was supposed to be 2x4 at MP. There is nothing but sheets of ice outside so I steeled myself for the mill. Warmed up one mile 8:34, then 2 miles at 6:49 pace and by the end of the second one I feel like a jackhammer and my legs are in knots and screaming. I tried slowing it down to see if it would help, and finally slowed to a jog, to no avail. Disgusted, I shut it down at 3.5 miles, threw on tights, shirt, gloves, and hat, and went out the door to skate run 6.09 miles at 7:57 pace. Although it was an effort to stay upright my legs immediately felt fine and I relaxed and enjoyed the run. The good news is that my shin felt fine and I am perhaps not doomed to an injury. Still going to do Bonnie's exercises though!
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