Wow this morning was about the worst ran I have had in a while! I got my 6 miles in but it was definitely 6 the hard way! Started of great but then after about a half a mile my body felt like it wanted to get back in bed. To make matters worse, it was raining! I serously contemplated NOT running but after reading other blogs where people up north run in the snow and ice, I would not feel comfortable stating I did not run in 45*F temp due to rain. I pushed and pushed along and finished... not very strong but I did indeed finish.
Couple of thoughts I have questions about...
1. Breathing... should you focus on breathing through your nose or mouth. I have heard you build up your lungs more and get more oxygen breathing through your nose but it is very difficult to execute.
2. What the heck to you do with your hands? I feel better with them relaxed but they tend to flop around so I have to tense them back up.
Ok that's it for now... I am off to the gym to log my last 3 for today. I have to run errands (shop for CHRISTmas) after that so I have added my 3 miles into my total already! Not sure what tomorrow will hold... I was hoping to get a LONG run in but push comes to shove I may just hobble around for my 6 and call it a week (as I take Sundays off for rest). Personally I am going to try and get 9-12 miles in... even if I have to walk! If I feel like I felt this morning, however then I will throw in the towel at 6.
Kevin
| 