This week I ran 3 times: Two were 4 miles each, the second slower than the first. I’m not sure I can run back to back days anymore, I just can’t recover. Saturday I ran 10 miles. I had two days to recover and today I will just walk.
I don’t remember being so tired after a long run. I napped for 45 minutes and had a bunch of errands then Chet had dog training class. I was tired all day. I ate well, chicken and green beans for lunch and a huge salad with lots of protein for dinner. However, at 7pm I got a second wind and finally went to bed at 10pm. I slept hard.
The best news is that I didn’t wake up sore. I still felt tired but I was active all morning house cleaning, walking dogs, weed wacking and garage sweeping. I had a big breakfast early and a triple grilled cheese sandwich for lunch.
I think the key is eating well before, during and after long runs. And lots of movement. I didn’t sit still much of the weekend.
I’m still trying to get in all the training I can. I have been taking a break from weight lifting for two weeks, and this coming week I’m getting back at it. I’m scared because I know it’s going to make me tired and cranky but I have to finish at least 3 sessions each week.
Song of the week: Little Wonders
Favorite Lyrics:
Our lives are made in these small hours, These little wonders, These twists and turns of fate. Time falls away, But these small hours, These small hours, Still remain.
