We went Monday morning as a family to try out C25K with the kids. They were less than thrilled, and really showed no interest in trying again, so I think we're dropping that idea until (when/if) they show interest. We did day 1 week 1 with them and I found it way too easy, so I can't bring myself to go all the way back to the beginning. Since Sept 5 I've only run twice, once in the 5K on 9/26 and once Monday morning with the kids, so I didn't really know what to expect when I laced up my shoes this morning and headed to the park.
My plan was to modify week 3 and instead of run 90s, walk 90s, run 3m, walk 3m twice I would alternate 3 minutes running with 3 minutes walking for 21 minutes. Everything went great. I warmed up and stretched, enjoying the 50 degree weather. I ran the first three minutes pretty hard. I tried to slow down on the next three minute run but found myself constantly creeping towards an all out run rather than a jog. I was able to keep the 3rd three minute set down to a fast jog but really opened it up for the last three minutes. For whatever reason, I find myself wanting to run fast. I think the elliptical trainer is partly to blame. I don't really mind so much, as it feels good to go fast.
As for my IT band, I felt a few slight twinges, and actually stopped for a few seconds to stretch it out at the halfway point just for good measure. I spent some time concentrating on my stride and varying things up to see what felt better or worse. I found that my left foot really turns in when I run and when I let it turn in, I feel the twinges of pain, but when I concentrate on keeping it straight the pain goes away.
I've been stretching my IT band pretty diligently, even taking time during the day in the office to stretch, so I was hopeful that I would make it through without letting me down. I'm pleased that I never felt like I needed to stop because of pain. I'm going to keep on stretching it and the modified week 3 routine through next week and see if I feel ready to move on from there.
The pool I use is going to be resurfaced soon, and then they'll put the winter bubble up. I think I'll be able to start swimming again towards the first of November.
My stats for the day:
2.48 miles in 31 minutes for a pace of 12:30 which is 25 seconds better than my overall average pace of 12:55 but not as good as my 5k pace of 11:44.
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