Wednesday, October 28, 2009

Back on Track - Literally

I was back on *the* track last night. Even if my running isn't quite back *on* track yet. Last night's interval session was one 1200 and 3 800s. Since I was a little sore and tired, I did the 1200 but then opted for three 400's (basically just peeled off after a lap):

Interval 1 (1200): 5:40 (8:18 pace)
Interval 2 (400): 1:48 (7:55 pace)
Interval 3 (400): 1:52 (8:12 pace)
Interval 4 (400): 1:58 (8:39 pace)

You can see the trend here. Basically, the 1200 wiped me out. I just didn't have the legs to get me through the 800s anyways. Oh well. I *am* still recovering (hands in pockets whistling). With warm ups and warm downs I ended up putting in 5 miles total.

Today I'm going to slow down and take it easy. I'll hit up Crystal Cove for a quick four mile run. Gotta remember the iPhone - the winds yesterday stirred up a lot of dust. Should make for a nice sunset!

10 comments:

  1. Yes, take pictures! I love it up there!
    Take it easy and enjoy the winds...they are so nice down here right now!

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  2. You'll be back on "track" soon enough Glenn. Enjoy the view.

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  3. Keep working on those 800s - I think you still have it in you to run those fast!

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  4. These winds have been brisk, to say the least. I'm not sure what you were shooting for on the track, but looks to me like you made it.

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  5. Sounds to me like you are recovering well from your marathon. Very nice job, Glenn! And yes, sunset pictures are always appreciated! :)

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  6. Oh...BTW Glenn, thank you so much for explaining how the non-chip timed races work. I had never noticed anyone punching a machine by the finish line, and I'd always wondered how, exactly, the whole process worked. It actually makes sense, and in my case last Saturday night, given that I witnessed so many people crossing lines and pushing ahead, I'm amazed that it was as accurate as it was. As for Walter, he probably just ended up exiting in a chute that was more organized than mine was.

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  7. I know I prefer to take it easy post-marathon for a good three months at least ;-) you're an overachiever! You got the legs spinning a little, and hopefully they'll reawaken soon!

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