I usually keep a log of my training, but this week I've been a bit lax. So to keep track of my progress, I'll post a recap of my week in running:
Saturday - Didn't run the Healthy Kidney 10K. Missed out on a cool technical shirt. I took the day off the rest my achilles tendon.
Sunday - So much for rest. I couldn't stand it anymore and went for an 8 mile run. The course I ran started as a joke. Over dinner at Dressler, Clay suggested I run over there the next day for brunch. Via Manhattan. I took him up on it. I ran from home, to the Manhattan Bridge, over the bridge, up the Bowery to Delancy Street and then over the Williamsburg Bridge to meet Clay at Dressler again for brunch. I ran slowly because it was hot and I was overdressed for the weather. I was doing great until the Williamsburg Bridge. Had to stop and walk a few steps before I could get back in it. Stopping was a mistake because achilles tendonitis hurts only after you stop running. Thankfully the bridge was the end of the run, so I was able to finish without too much discomfort.
Monday - Designated day of rest
photo by ultraclay
Tuesday - Wall Street Run - 3 Miles - 25:51
My fastest time ever. I ran at an 8:37 pace. A co-worker, Debra, also ran. She beat my time by 11 seconds finishing in 25:40. Ah well. Can't win them all. Anyway, 25 minutes for a 3 mile run is a PR for me. I don't even run training runs that quickly.
Wednesday - Rest
Thursday - Central Park 1/2 Mile Repeats
We practiced water strategy for the races. I ran with Doug, the really fast coach. We did the half miles in between 4 minutes and 4:50. I was pretty whipped when I got home and basically a zombie.
Friday - That's today. I ate a slice a pizza today for lunch. Thin crust, but I feel guilty. I will run from home to the Williamsburg Bridge, over and back. Not sure of the mileage, but I want to do at least 6. Saturday, I can't run because of a wedding and Sunday I'm going to the Bronx. Maybe I'll get out for a run before heading up there.