Objective: general aerobic (MP + 1:00-1:30) Weather: Clear, mid 50's. 20 min. abs & weights
All is well! As I described in my blog yesterday, I had a scary pain in my lower leg. I can't say it's gone, but I have determined that it is definitely TMS (explained yesterday). It's doing all the things TMS does: shifting around, hurting at illogical times, not hurting when it should, and getting worse during emotional stress. TMS is a clever devil, but not clever enough. This is a huge relief, since I know what to do with this rude house guest. I've had it before. It's packing its bags as we speak... Yesterday it was scary, now it's just annoying. On to a more positive topic! Groceries. As the marathon day draws nearer, I am renewing my commitment to getting most of my carbs from fruits and vegetables. I know runners are supposed to practically live on starchy foods, but I do believe fruits and vegetables are better.
This information comes from The Garden of Eating by Matesz. I thought I'd pass it on. "Although many official diet guidelines recommend whole grains be the foundation of healthy eating, a produce-dominated is superior." The reasons follow: 1) Produce provides more nutrients, calorie for calorie. 2) Vegetables and fruits contain more and friendlier fiber than grains. (Soluble fiber in f & v is healthier. Also, grain fiber contains phytate, which interferes with the absorbtion of many nutrients.) 3) Fruits and vegetables provide cancer protection and 4) Alkaline-forming nature of f & v may facilitate fat loss and prevent decalcification of bone mass. When I'm at the grocery store, I have to remind myself of all these benefits, especially because f & v are expensive, relative to those staff-of-life type foods. I view it the same as paying $90 for running shoes every 4-5 months. Between my disrespect for bread and my un-injury, I guess I'm rather rebellious today. Hope I haven't lost anyone... :)
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