Maybe running two days in a row was too ambitious after a span of an entire week between runs. I just couldn’t help myself. It was 20 degrees this evening and I’ve been feeling like such a slug. When I glanced in the mirror this morning before showering, I did not like what I saw.
I felt so good after yesterday’s run that I convinced myself to go again tonight. I told myself it would be invigorating and it would help to tighten up some of those lazy muscles. So off I went. And let me tell you, it was a struggle. The inclines felt like mountains, my lungs felt tight and the neoprene ankle supports did nothing to prevent the weak and achy feeling in my ankles (which I’ve only noticed since trying to run through snow. Maybe they’ll feel better when the pavement is dry again.) And the weirdest thing? I’ve realized that unless I make a conscious effort not to, I curl my toes under on my right foot while I run. This can’t be good.
I went the entire distance but it wasn’t pretty. And in spite of the fact that the run itself did not feel like a success, I do have that hurt-so-good feeling. But I think tomorrow I’ll give it a rest.
Once again Terri you boggle my mind. Out running in this freezing cold weather. I can give you a million reasons not to. Heck I’ll even write you a note.
Dear Running Gods,
Please excuse Terri the Blogger from running. She ran yesterday and because of that she is in need of some down time.
Thank You
Gladys
Gladys, you are awesome! Now can you call me in sick to work tomorrow?
You can join us tomorrow for yoga. It’s inside and you can travel south to do it. You know…the deep south. Rochester
Curling your toes is not good.
OhCaptain – indoors works for me! I don’t really think Rochester is far enough south though. Now if you hold the session in say, Mexico….
Oh, thats why. ok.
I do love how I feel after the runs…no matter how much it hurts. But you know what you need to do for yourself.
Just double up on the cold weather gear. The feet are always the problem.
I admire your tenacity. Makes me want to climb out of this warm bed and get to work on the elliptical….
Wow I admire you. Seems I can never drag my behind out of bed early enough for a workout.
Consider this: In spite of all of the excuses NOT to run, you did it anyway. At least you made effort to get out and hit the pavement instead of hiding under the covers. That makes you a winner in my book.
Some days I have great workouts. Some days I go through the motions. Other days I try and discern whether I need to lay off for a day or whether I am lazy today.
When I had a cold a few weeks ago and then a giant head, I laid off the workout for over a week.
Normally I workout 5 days a week and rest on the weekends.
I guess that was a bit ambitious! I felt like that the first couple of days after the Christmas holiday – no cycling for 2 weeks, 9 pounds heavier…
I soon got back into it, though, and you will too!
I get exhausted just by reading about running!
You go girl! Isn’t it funny how 20F feels warm after last weeks brutal temps?
20 degrees…a heat wave
…hey pat yourself on the back, you ran and twice good for you…I whine if I have to walk to the park….in 60 degree weather (but in my defense it was really windy)…you are an inspiration!
Don’t push yourself sweetie. “There’s always, to- morrow…”
I think you need to curb your outside stuff and focus more on what can you do inside. I have the perfect suggestion – http://www.menshealth.com/cda/article.do?site=MensHealth&channel=fitness&category=workout.plans&conitem=b031b671d468d110VgnVCM10000013281eac____
It’s the medicine ball workout I’ve been doing and I love it. A friend of mine didn’t have a medicine ball, so he put some stuff in a pillowcase until it weighed enough and uses that. Give it a shot.
I think you will love your Wii fit just for that – run one day and do yoga the next. It will really help…
Yeah for you…the whole distance? I’m SO impressed. Terri…treat yourself to something finnneee..you deserve it. Your motivation for running is very inspiring to me.
*hugs*
I am thinking that the cold temps canNOT be good for you. And every-other-day deal would be plenty – your body is not only exerting the normal amount of energy to run, but also to stay warm.
YOU are an amazing woman and I love you to pieces….you are also making me feel verra verra guilty!!! Ha! I’m going to quit complaining about how cold it is here in Texas now.
Don’t over do it. You can run yourself right down to a frazzle if you aren’t careful.
“All things in moderation.”
You did better than me… I didn’t work out at all today.
I can’t believe you are still at it in the weather you’ve been having…do you just ‘crash’ when you walk in the warmth of your home afterwards or are you totally rejuvinated?
Great job…and determination Terri!
I can totally relate to just wanting to get out. Now, this curling of the toes thing….
You totally amaze me with your dedication to running. You Rock.