Today’s workout was LIC. With all my running, I am easily handling the Cathe cardios. It’s really fun to feel so strong on workouts that previously were really tough. I do have to admit that my capacity for weights has diminished. So it will be good to start P90X after my ½. I find it hard to hit a good middle ground—I usually feel that I’m either solid in weights or solid on the cardio. But it’s hard to truly max out in both. Maybe if I were willing to work out for 2 hours 6 days a week, but I just don’t want to do it. So I take turns kind of emphasizing one and then the other, trying to maintain some kind of balance all the while.
Wendi—ITA that a strong short run with mega hills can give an “I can conquer the world” feeling that is equal to a long distance run. Wow to 7:00 bedtime. I’ve had some of those nights myself from time to time. Glad you could get the rest. And WOW to your 62 minute 7 miler. Speedy Cheetah! And I LOVE the LIS/HIS premix. It's a lot of fun. Glad you like the pup picture.
Karen—Glad you have some new workouts to add variety. Sometimes that is just what we need. Hope the change of pace works for you. How are your legs by now? Glad that you were able to do a new workout with no upper DOMS.
Wendy—Thanks for the perspective on recovering from various types of runs. That’s helpful. I just had a moment of thinking “Maybe my body can’t do this!” The puppies dad belongs to a co-worker. According to DD4, our dog is NOT a good mom because she steps on her puppies!
Judy—Yes, having a solid run AFTER my long run was a really good feeling. Since I am also training for my first ½, I won’t offer any advice on your training schedule. But I will say “Wow” that you’ve bumped up your race by 5 weeks. And “Wow” to a 1/2m with hills. I’m plotting out our course right now and am determined to include as few as possible!
Carole—Thanks for the encouragement that recovery will get easier. That’s what I need to hear right now! Our mission’s oversight is in Fort Worth, TX, so I can easily join you in rooting for the Cowboys (except we’ll have to wait till next year!). Some of my friends can see the new stadium from their house. The construction has lit up the sky, even throughout the night! 73 is quite warm, even for January, isn’t it? I loved the weather when we were in CA. It was 60 for most of January where we were (San Joachin valley). Thanks re: the cute puppies.
Brighton—LOL at you feeling like a superhero after running your HFH. ITA!
And you know, the eating thing might’ve played a part in my slow recovery. I tried to eat well, but DH went out of town the next day, and DS was sick. So that made it hard to plan just really great healthy meals over the weekend. DH and I had a spunky elderly friend, too, and I just love folks like that. Sorry for the loss—I understand what you mean by “bittersweet.” Thanks re: my adorable pups. Have you started foam rolling yet. Get ready. It’s really “ouch!” when you start (but gets better).
Jackie—Thanks re: our working in Africa. Yes, I had a really fun run yesterday. Thanks for the info re: P90X. You say your body fat went up? That’s really interesting and seems a little strange. I just ordered that very same vest!
Judy—Thanks re: the pups! A tempo run on hills? You go girl! You will be ready for that hilly ½ mary.
As I told Jackie (see post above), I just ordered a weighted vest. A shipping container is being sent from America, so that is a great chance to order heavy or bulky items. When we travel by plane, I can easily carry workout clothes and smaller equipment, but weights and steps have to come on a container. So. . . I ordered a new workout mat, a high step (I have the Fanny Lifter, but it is too light and scoots across the floor), plus the vest. I’m excited. The container will be here mid-April. Talk about delayed gratification! I also ordered a full size trampoline for my kids. They will be so excited. I have spent $$$$. Bt It’s kind of feast or famine here, so I took advantage of the opportunity and ordered a bunch of stuff.