I had a solid week running. The weather wasn't that great for riding this week, at least the days I could ride this week, so I didn't get on the bike. I also couldn't fit a swim session in my schedule this week because I was so busy. I was able to log 36 miles this week. The past 3 weeks I have progressivly increased my mileage and have put in solid running workouts in even though I really don't have anything planned to compete in for long distance running until November. It has just felt really good to get out and run.
After the past 3-4 week of solid running I am going to take a recovery and cross training week. My plan is only for about 3 miles a day this week and mix some biking into the workout along with some core and leg work. I need to slowly start getting better at doing that. I have slacked off the past couple weeks. I think it's time for a recovery/cross training week to give my legs a bit of a rest. I'll do a "long" run this week but it won't be any longer than 7 miles.
Overall I am feeling really good. My legs feel strong and I feel like my form is improving which is allowing me to run faster with less effort. At this point a 7:50 mile feels like an 8:30 mile. At the same time, I'm looking forward to a recovery week to work some muscles that need a little attention and allow my running muscles rest a little.
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