I have a post on the Athleta Chi blog today, so head on over if you're interested*...
Also, why did no one tell me that a 1:40 half-marathon translates to a 7:37 pace? Sweet Jesus. I did a 3x2 today at a 7:35, and I felt strong and capable of that, but 13.1 miles?
Not for nothing, the Nate Jenkins Special does do wonders for one's spirit. There I was, cranking out the miles to House of Pain, and I caught that thing we shoot for and felt invincible. I can see how that feeling could be dangerous, though, leading to major physical damage if you just keep going and pushing because you feel like you can get away with it. Until it all collapses--the Achilles, the IT Band, the glutes--and I can't run anymore because I wasn't careful and I didn't pay attention. But all that said, I am committed to trying to be safe with it all, to take care of the important things.
And I like the speed work right now because despite the risks, it's making me feel like I can take on anything. Which is exactly what I need at the moment.
*And I only wish that photo was of me.
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I used to hate hate hate speedwork (and still am not the biggest fan) but now that I am actually getting it right and hitting my paces its such a confidence booster.
good luck in training!!!
confidence is a great feeling to have, i'll let you know when i've found it :) great job on the speed work!
I love the post on the other site. And, NO JOKE -- I wish that was me in the pic too. She looks great!
Judging from your previous HM time, a 1:40 should be totally within your reach, but yes, that mile pace sounds frightfully fast!
First of all, you so have the 1:40 in you, secondly...you DO look like that running, but with dark hair and lastly, nice job on the athleta post! Keep up the good work! J
I just had a major PR in the 1/2, and I believe it's b/c of tempo and speed work. My mileage per week hasn't changed, so that must be it. I think one of the benefits of speedwork is adjusting to and accepting the pain of running really hard. If you didn't die of the pain in practice, you probably won't die in the race...
Maybe that translates to life, too.
I'm sure your coach is preaching post-run stretching, ice, and rollers and I'm sure you know the benefit also. We runner's hate to listen to our bodies when they tell us to ease up. It's injury vs. pain. We all have faith you can get there... keep going strong!
Invincible...what a feeling! Nice job!
I still hate speedwork. So glad you like it though. :)
Aw, fast forward two months and you'll look back at this post and chuckle as you crank out 10 miles @ 7:30.
Or cry.
It'll be interesting either way.
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