Got up and did 5x1 minute fast with 1 minute jog in between. Fast bits were anywhere between 5:02 pace-5:45 pace. Then I did 5x.20 meter hills. (about 1:35 uphill) Chose a pretty steep hill-with the peak being very steep (about an 85 ft climb in .20 meters) These were all done between 7:22-7:45 pace. (sounds slow-but it was a steep hill!)
Felt pretty good today...I am going to work on strength and speed a little bit before I get into the meat and potatoes of my workout training for this marathon.
I went to get my iron checked a couple days ago-and instead of being low on iron I was diagnosed with hypothyroidism. The thyroid regulates metabolism and apparently I have an underactive thyroid. My tsh number is 7 and should be at 2-3. So the Dr prescribed 50mcg of synthroid for me...Then he is going to test my levels again in 2 months and make any adjustments. My mom and grandma both have the same thing....I am thinking that this is the reason I have been feeling so tired the past 2-3 months, since tiredness is a major symptom. I am kind of bummed bc I have never been on a medication and I may have to be on this one for the rest of my life....If this helps to bring my energy levels up though I am willing to try anything. I think if anything it can only help me right?? If anyone has any insight or knows anything about this-please share:)
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