Having run really long distances in the past, restarting everything has been a bit frustrating. It is not just a matter of the distance. I used to run in the 9 - 10 mpm pace and feel like I just just go forever. It was almost a resting pace. But lately I find myself watching the GPS or treadmill numbers and struggling to reach my goal even when moving slowly. It has been a chore to keep moving. Until today.
Today actually came quite close to ending my streak. I ended up working until past midnight last night so getting up early was not a good option. The lunch option was canceled because our fitness center at work was in the process of being moved, and I had not brought gear that would be comfortable in the cold. It is not the dangerous temperatures that most of the country is dealing with, but it would have made the run unpleasant. I put is off until after work and headed for the gym.
For a change, the miles flew by. If anything, I felt like I had set the slope on the treadmill to something negative and was running downhill. There was no struggle as my six miles went by. Even the knee felt pretty good. It wasn't quite easy like it used to be, but
Having run the last two days, I'll be cross training tomorrow. I would love to get in a long bike ride, but the weather is not warm enough for me to get on the road bike. I guess it will be back to the gym again.
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