No Clever Title Today
Less than two weeks now before my 80K/49.7M ultra. I?m kind of nervous, but at the same time very excited about the race.
I just figured out that I ran 83K/52M last week, the highest mileage week for the last couple months. The last time I ran this far in one week my legs were pudding by the end of the week, but this morning my legs feel really good! I attribute this to the slower speed and walk breaks during my long runs. I think the walking yesterday also helped loosen up all the muscles and joints.
Tonight I want to run my normal 14K/8.7M loop. It is supposed to be 30C/86F outside, so I want to make sure I get out there and run in the sun before it gets even hotter! I hope it won?t be so warm for my ultra, but on the other side I want to train as much as possible in the heat beforehand just in case.
Have a great week!
Comments
DATE: 10:26 AM
Surely it won't be too hot for your race, it being a nightrun.Good work on getting up at 4 am on a Saturday - that's not something I would consider doing, and I'm an early riser.
Posted by: Thomas | July 5, 2006 11:54 PM
DATE: 10:29 AM
If your legs feel really good it means that you are on the right way for a good 80k. I hope that the weather will help you to finish a good race.
Posted by: Stefano | July 5, 2006 11:54 PM
DATE: 1:59 PM
The titles are always the hardest for me. It sounds to me like you are ready for your race - two weeks is right around the corner.
Posted by: Susan | July 5, 2006 11:54 PM
DATE: 2:46 PM
You had a great and solid training past weekend, I have no doubt you'll do awesome in a race. Very smart to scout the course so much, that been a night run especially.
Posted by: olga | July 5, 2006 11:54 PM
DATE: 5:34 PM
You amaze me Jack. Wow, 83K! You'll do stupendous and become my new hero! :)How long have you been training for this race?
Posted by: carmen | July 5, 2006 11:54 PM
DATE: 5:55 PM
strong week for you, jack! i need to get out and do some heat training, too. have you been practicing the nighttime running, too?
Posted by: matt | July 5, 2006 11:54 PM
DATE: 10:44 PM
Seems like your training is right on if you're feeling strong. You're doing great!! Isnt this all too fun??!!
Posted by: Lora | July 5, 2006 11:54 PM
DATE: 11:00 PM
Way to go on your high mileage week.Don't feel bad, I've been a bad blogger/commenter lately too.
Posted by: psbowe | July 5, 2006 11:54 PM
DATE: 4:41 AM
Have fun out there, and stay cool!
Posted by: KT | July 5, 2006 11:54 PM
DATE: 7:20 AM
It's amazing how things can feel better if you just slow it down about to ease all the pounding. I am actually enjoying the slower pace and talking to people that I normally do not get to talk to during races.
Posted by: robtherunner | July 5, 2006 11:54 PM
DATE: 8:28 PM
Your training is solid and more important then us. We'll always be here and heh, we know where to find you.Keep on running!
Posted by: Dawn (aka Pink Lady) | July 5, 2006 11:54 PM