Post Marathon: Week 1 complete

It has been one week since the marathon and feel that I am recovering nicely. :0)

Monday & Tuesday: rest
Wednesday: 30 minutes stationary bike, weights for biceps & triceps
Thursday: easy 2.5 mile run
Friday: rest
Saturday: easy 3 mile run, weights for back, shoulders, chest, ab work
Sunday: 10 minute bike warm up, weights for biceps & triceps

Tonight will be the first time I have run outside since the marathon. I have mapped out a 5.5 mile route which I intend to do at a moderate pace. I have the following tentative work out schedule for the remainder of the week;

Tuesday: 4 mile run
Wednesday: 10 minute bike warm up, weights; biceps, triceps, back & shoulders
Thursday: 5-6 mile run
Friday: rest
Saturday: 7-8 mile run
Sunday: rest

First run since the marathon

I ran 2.5 miles on the indoor track last night at the gym. I made sure to go at a slow and easy pace, but for some reason, whenever someone is in front of me I speed up to pass them. This must stop. It's not a race. lol My shins were still slightly sore and my legs ached last night. They feel great this morning though. I won't be running, or doing any form of cardio, tonight.

I do intend on running an easy 3 miles tomorrow along with lifting weights.

I talked to one of the regulars at the gym. I have spoken with him before. he lives in my neighborhood and sees me running often. He also has done local duathlons that my dad has done as well. So I have run into him at those events too. Anyway, he saw me during the marathon on Sunday. it was at about mile 19. He said I looked like I was having trouble with my leg. He also said how impressed he was with my pace. When he saw me, we were ahead of the 3:45 pace group. I told him my finish time, talked about upcoming races, etc... as we walked a few laps on the track.

This, again, proves my theroy on how all runners have that certain connection. You can talk as if you have been friends or have known each other for so long. I like that.