2.27.2008
Short is Not Bad
I've been trying to embrace the shorter run. Instead of choosing not to run because I don't have at least an hour plus to spare, I've been simply grabbing whatever time I do have to get any kind of run in. So that means I got 5 in last night and another 5 this morning. I've got to stop thinking that it's either a long run or nothing. I'm sure these short, fast runs are helping me too! And I have the Nike + Challenge to thank for my motivation. Yes, I'm back in another challenge. A double or nothing after my massively humiliating loss a few weeks ago. Nothing like a virtual challenge to motivate you! Better get a long run in soon or I'm going to get crushed again!
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Not only are short runs not bad, they're actually necessary as a balance for the endurance runs. Most training schedules advise a few shorter runs (4 mi) during the week with a long run on the weekend that builds in miles week-by-week. Don't injure yourself by piling up the mileage during the week--you need the time to recover from the long ones. I only ever do 4-5 mi at a time during the week as an injury-prevention (and sanity-keeping) device. You're doing great with your training and seem to be way ahead of the game with your long-run distance. Keep up the great work!
My Nike+ challanges motivate me a little too well too. I love that fangle thing :-).
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