Running Blog at FastRunningBlog.Com http://Invictus.fastrunningblog.com/ Tue, 23 Apr 2024 14:42:05 FeedCreator 1.7.2 http://Invictus.fastrunningblog.com/blog-02-17-2015.html <p>Just returning from an injury (stress fractures in my tibia and fifth metatarsal). Recovery has been slow. October was my last race (half marathon), and I had to defer Richmond (marathon). I spent four weeks swimming, three weeks cycling, two weeks ellipicaling, with a dash of climbing, skiing, and yoga.&nbsp;</p> <p>January was spent trying to run (3-4 times a week, starting at 2 miles, up to 6). Tried doing some speed work, but I think I was getting too cocky. Need to ease off the speed and let my tendons and bones catch up to my muscles.&nbsp;</p> <p>In February, I have done&nbsp;4-6 miles on weekdays, taking rest as needed, with a few longer runs (7, 8, and 10.8 miles). Going to try adding speed work again soon. Ran in the snow today. Felt good.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> Tue, 17 Feb 2015 07:00:00 http://Invictus.fastrunningblog.com/blog-02-16-2015.html <p>Ankle and knee were hurting yesterday, so I took the day off. Today I ran across the bridge and back. Felt good. Easy 7:45 pace. Cold, slight wind.</p> Mon, 16 Feb 2015 07:00:00