I'm starting the running thread????
Well, it's been 2 weeks since my last attempt. Despite the fact it's 40 out, I decided not to go x country skiing or ride. Most of the streets by me are still full of ice. Anyway, went to the gym and decided to run before yoga (I really wanted to wear the nice Nike running pants and top I got at TJ Max for a song How stupid is that?)!
I wonder if I will ever feel good when running? I warmed up for 5 full minutes, walking and then ran for 5 @ 5.2, w/a 2 min. walk after, 5@ 5.5, 2 min. walk, 5@ 5.8, 2.5 min. walk, then 2 @ 6.0, 2 @5.8, and the rest @ 5.5, for a total of 30 minutes. The whole time I was saying to myself, "HTFU."
I have a blister on my left foot now, not bad, but it's from my small bunion. Will try to make the shoes looser next time. Max HR was again at 167, so I'm consistent. Although I cooled down for a few minutes, I was still sweating like a pig when I got to yoga and the room was crowded. It sure felt good, though; a very easy class. However, when I left, my right knee felt a little "jacked," as my son says, going down the stairs. It's OK now, but I think I will ice it later. Need to stretch my piriformis, too.