Running Update 30th November 2020

Me growing up: I’m so sore. I think I need to go to the physio.

Dad: Here’s $2, go for a swim. You’ll be right.

Although I do go do the Physio when required and also think my Dad had a rather cavalier approach to injuries and soreness, he does have a point. I decided to revisit my teen approach to exercise and recovery. 

I also want to point out that even all those years ago it was not $2 to go for a swim. Dad’s can be a bit dramatic. It was maybe $2.80. Now at $8.00 at the local pool, inflation is a killer!

As I mentioned in My Running Journey, I used to swim a lot. Now, less so.

I took the plunge (literally) into a nice, heated, indoor 25m pool. The thought of an outdoor, unheated 50m pool was just a little off-putting and I knew I would need all the help I could get. Especially on a brisk morning. 

It took a little time getting back into the rhythm but it was refreshing and definitely helped the soreness throughout my body. Cross Training is not something I had ever previously put much thought into. Going forward, I’ll incorporate this as part of my running plan. I have found it is assisting in the process of strengthening my knee.

A very belated birthday present from myself to myself (using birthday money that I had been given) I purchased a GoPro. I had decided that this was an essential purchase. I would not be able to establish a good blog without one 😉

It just arrived so stay tuned for some photos/video content coming your way.

How have I progressed

  • Added cross training and pool workouts
  • Knee strengthening
  • Added a GoPro to my acquired gear list

Stats since last update

  • 14.22 km around parks and along local walking tracks
  • 9.00 km swimming

Activity since last update

DateDistancePaceTerrainRPE
Wed 18 Nov5.21 km5:08 /kmCrushed Rock Track7
Fri 20 Nov3.00 km1:54 /100mSwim7
Tue 24 Nov3.00 km1:54 /100mSwim6
Fri 27 Nov3.00 km1:43 /100mSwim7
Sat 28 Nov9.01 km5:27 /kmConcrete6
*RPE (Rate of Perceived Exertion) used to measure intensity of the workout. The scale is 0-10 (0 being easy, 10 max effort)

Before next update, I’m looking to develop a training plan that will lead me through the Christmas period and toward the next race on my calendar, the Kilcunda Half Marathon. This should help to ensure I continue to build the running load at a manageable rate.

In the graph below, you can see my footwear distances for the year. I do try to mix up which shoes to go for when I’m headed out for a jog. However, the type of footwear doesn’t change.

I favour Asics Kayano 26s which I have found provides great support for my running style. Although they are a little heavy, I have still used these in 2 of the 3 Marathons I’ve run. From a financial point of view, I know these suit me well so I just keep an eye out for when these shoes go on sale online and make the most of the discount.

Going forward, I’ll be looking to purchase some lighter, faster shoes for some Marathon attempts in 2021. I’ll also be looking to get some trail shoes more tailored to the terrain that I will be looking to run in increasing amounts. Check out my 2021 Upcoming Race Schedule to see what I have planned.

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