It’s been pretty rough lately. I’ve just felt so sluggish and tired on my runs. Small wonder, given that I’ve been on eight airplanes in three weeks and I’ve been eating nothing but takeaways and junk food.
Week 4 distance: 9.7mi (15.6km)
Week 5 distance: 16.45mi (26.3km)
Week 6 distance: 11.5mi (18.43km)
So I dropped off again this week by about 30%. That’s okay; I was meant to be having a recovery week. I’m just disappointed that I didn’t have the energy to do my speed workout on Sunday when I was at my Mom’s. I’ve also been experiencing some lower leg pain, which may well be shin splints. (My calves have been really tight and crampy lately, which could be related.) So I think these easier days have probably been better for me in the long run.
The big question mark though is the City 2 Surf this Sunday. A month ago I was on track to beat my goal of 100 minutes. Now… I’m not even sure I’ll be able to run it. I may have to settle for walking. Even at peak performance it was always going to be a big ask to run 14km the day after flying home. I’m going to try not to feel disappointed if it doesn’t work out.
M-H
August 8, 2008 — 10:34 am
Travel through several time zones take a big toll on the bod. It upsets all the hormone regulation (which is what people call jet lag). Don’t be too hard on yourself.
Emily
August 8, 2008 — 3:42 pm
I’m with M-H. If you manage to walk it, you’re doing well.
I’ve actually managed to run 3 times this week, first time I’ve really been systematic, using the couch-5k podcast you suggested. Though I’ve done one at week one, one at week two and one at week three. Running for 3 minutes was quite enough today!