Training continued...

Training is going well considering that I'm only allowed to ride the bike instead of getting in several miles running. Ah, well at least I'm still able to train! Last week I did run a 4k on Tuesday to check and see how my heel does with running (I now have gel inserts to help with the impact of running/walking/etc.). It was painful throughout the run, esp. near the last part of it, so no my running until further notice. Anyway, Thursday and Friday I rode 5 miles on the bike in 10:45 min & 12:30 min, but I still don't feel like I get as much of a workout compared to when I run. I might lower the gear and ride for a much longer time, we'll see how that works out. I believe next week when I go for my adjustments, that I'll start ultrasound therapy for the heel spur. I'm also told that I'll get fit for orthodics to help with the issue as well. That's all for now...

Over and out!
Lo!

Ouch...why the pain!

Well yesterday I ran for the first time in quite a while, which was nice to get back to. However, only a couple hours after running I noticed how my left foot was really bothering me. Last weekend, I had slipped, and hurt my foot, but it didn't bother me again at the start of the week, so I didn't think anything of it. Well, I guess that wasn't the brightest idea, so now I'm in a bit of pain. Also, my knee on the medial side (the inner side) is bothering me quite a bit as well, which is really painful, even when I am only sitting down and crossing my legs. Hopefully these issues will be figured out quickly, because I only have about 80 days or so before the Indy Mini. I'll get treatment for my injuries this coming week, so hopefully that will help and I can continue training without much interruption. Well that's all for now...

Over and out!
Lo!

Kettle bells continued...

Today I did another kettle bell work out, and it was amazing! It was only three of us, but it was awesome! We did swings, clean & press, front squats (with a clean), walking press, and the amazing, Turkish get-up! Talk about using your entire body, esp. with the last one. I need to invest in getting larger kettle bells though because the 20 pound one that I'm using right now just isn't cutting it anymore. I'm thinking about getting two 30 pound bells, but we'll see, I may stick with only 30 pounder for now. My thought is that with this strength training it will roll over into how well I am able to train, and eventually run the half marathon. Therefore, I'm going to try and work with my bell a few more times throughout the week. Running needs to be added back to the training schedule as well, but I'm still weary with my possible heel spur, but I think I'm going to have to bite the bullet and start running again soon. Well, that's all for now!

Over and out!

Lo!