A couple of days ago, I set out to finish off my yearly mileage with something special.
I started with only cautious optimism. Over the past few weeks, nagging aches and pains slowed my progress - frustrating calf pain for one.
It's been a rare day lately, that I've been able to go out and run the kind of 10 k plus distances I once found far easier.
With satisfaction, I can say that a relaxing, slow and easy 17 kilometers on December 30th felt absolutely wonderful.
Maybe it was more abundant rest or ample recovery, but to get out on the road/trail and run a distance that I had trouble with all through the fall was super. A gentle approach was most likely the key; no knee soreness, no stiff back, and no abrupt calf pain..all good.
Moving into 2016, the lesson is simple - take it easy, be consistent and enjoy it one run at a time. The time will come for more focused, purposeful running.
For now...here's to a successful running year in 2016, however you choose to define it.
For now...here's to a successful running year in 2016, however you choose to define it.
