Getting better. This one was a little tougher. Last time I did this I had done it after a day of cross training. I think that made it a little easier. Today was done after yesterday’s “long run” of 5 miles. My legs honestly had no strength left in them the last mile tonight. C’mon…
My first “hard” day back. I didn’t have much time to run on Saturday, so decided to make the most out of the time I had. I tried to put in a 2 mile all-out effort. It started out slower & gradually picked it up — first mile was 6:45 (I think I started out…
So I’ve done a little double polling lately as cross training (doesn’t use the hip muscles much). I’m not great at it, which is why it’s good to show up at practice with coaching help once a week. Tonight was my first Vakava practice — I hadn’t gone yet this summer because my hip couldn’t…
Just under 4 miles last night at about 7:30 pace, and it felt great! I’m getting more efficient with my running (vs. a couple weeks ago where you feel awkward, your legs don’t really remember how to move right, etc) & getting stronger. I think the biking has really helped the lungs too — I…
Sorry I haven’t posted in a while! Nate and I were on vacation this past week up to the cabin. How wonderful! Beautiful weather, plenty of great food, and plenty of time to unwind. I’m beginning to heal. It’s a wonderful feeling. I’m able to cross train a lot, and I took advantage of that…
Like Dale and Derek suggested, I’ve taken a little more time off. I’m excited to try to run again, to see if there’s any improvements. This last week I think I’ve made huge improvements with the chiropractor. I honestly feel like my hips are “different”, and the left one (normally the healthy one) feels lower…