Training Log - Day 69

Ran out 24 minutes and when I turned into the wind to come back...I stopped. I didn't stop because of the wind (which was howling again) but because my right calf was feeling very strained. After yesterday's run, I put my Mizunos back on to see if that would help the calf strain. My left calf was fine but outer right calf was uncomfortable the whole way. I just don't want to put myself off the road again because I pushed too hard. I will wear compression sleeve for recovery and see how it feels tomorrow.

Time of Day - 5:15PM
Weather - partly cloudy, low 60's, wind very strong out of west
Route - St Vrain Greenway
Distance - no idea
Pce - slow
Duration - 24 minutes
Average HR - 148
Cross training - none
iPod - 105.1
Comments - not sure why my calf is so sore. Legs felt great after both long runs this weekend> Maybe it is getting used to new shoes...don't know?

Run, Willie, Run!

Training Log - Day 68

Calves were extremely tight today. The outside of both calves were tight throughout. Had to stop to stretch midway through, as well as, slow my pace.

Time of Day - 5:30PM
Weather - cloudy, low 50's, wind out of west
Route - St Vrain Greenway to Quicksilver Road
Distance - no idea
Pace - slow
Duration - 1 hour
Average HR - 145
Cross training - none
iPod - 105.1
Comments - My calves have not felt this tight in well over a month. It was strange that both calves were tight in exact same location. Hated today's run.

Run, Willie, Run!

Training Log - Day 67

Brian, good job sitting this one out...it will pay off!

Time of Day - 2:30PM
Weather - partly cloudy, upper 50's, windy (again)
Route - Tiller Farm Trailhead N to the S and back
Distance - no idea
Pace - slow
Duration - 1hr 45
Average HR - 149
Cross training - none
iPod - 105.1 (80's claasics)
Comment - Running S was easier as fewer hills. Legs felt good. Right knee still a little sore.

Run, Willie, Run!

T Minus 146 Days

Today the Rock 'n' Roll 1/2 Marathon took place in Dallas. The weather was really nice for running (upper 40's to low 50's, light misty sprinkling rain) but not so much for spectating. Unfortunately I had to do the later as I was unable to participate. My hip flexor is still a problem and rather than push it too much too soon, I've got to be patient and rest it more. It's discouraging but I've got August in mind.

Training Log - Day 66

Long run day where I tried out my new Asics. Comfort and cushioning are great. Yet, after 1hr 45minutes my feet still hurt...what can I expect :) The hair and goatee are a growin!

Time of Day - 2:30PM

Weather - partly cloudy, low 50's, 10 mph wind out of NE

Route - Tiller Farms Trailhead N past tower hill to Lookout Road

Distance - no idea

Pace - slow

Duration - 1hr 45

Average HR - 152

Cross training - none

iPod - 105.1

Comments - new Asics were comfortable. Legs felt pretty good but stiff towards the end of run. Right knee continues to have soreness but is bearable.

Run, Willie, Run!

Training Log - Day 65

Ordered my Asics Gel Nimbus 12's (in Charcoal/Lightning Orange) this week. Marketed as neutral shoe with great cushioning and good for underpronators. Biomechanically this fits me so I am expecting an improved ride!

Time of Day - 5:30PM
Weather - cloudy and cool; mid 40's
Route - St Vrain Greenway
Distance - no idea
Pace - slow
Duration 47:23
Average HR -148
Cross training - Core 10 minutes
iPod - none
Comments - Mentally not in the zone. I had to will myself to get on the road and once I did I was ready to finish. Just one of those days...overall crappy run. Oh yea, I'm also sick of the %$!!# wind in Colorado!

Run, Willie, Run!

T Minus 150 Days

Time to give the hip a try. All feels well getting up and around today, so I'm hoping for success. I plan on not pushing it, but easing back. If all goes well, I should be ready for the 1/2 marathon this weekend.

Time of Day - 11:45 AM
Weather - Warm, upper 70's
Route - Bogata loop
Distance - Not sure
Pace - Slow
Duration - About 20 minutes
Cross training - 5 minutes
iPod - Steely Dan, "Aja"; still one of the best
Comments - Extremely disappointing run. My hip flexor was really tight even though I've been doing extra stretching and have had to endure an extended rest period. My intent was to take it somewhat easy and I had no choice but to do so. I'm going to see how it feels tomorrow and try to run a bit more, but if the situation hasn't improved, I'm thinking it might be foolish to force the 1/2 this weekend. I've got to think of the end game which is the TRR. I just better get healed so I can train or its going to be really bad.