A beautiful day
Today’s workout: 6 mile run
While listening to: iPod on shuffle…this time with calmer artists such as Sia, Ingrid Michaelson & Damien Rice
The music seemed to have an impact on my pace today. It was gorgeous out — about 65 degrees Fahrenheit and sunny — so I wanted to take my time and enjoy the weather. It was a much-needed day because I’m getting sick of running on the treadmill.
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The Hockhocking Adena Bikeway is easily accessible from where I live, so I hoped on there and followed the Hocking river. Many people had the same idea in mind, and the bikeway was full of walkers, runners, roller skaters and bikers.
I welcomed the company, using each walker as my next goal. During cross-country races I did the same thing, targeting those ahead of me in order to keep myself going. All in good spirit, of course!
But back to the music: it kept me going at a steady, relaxed pace. Most of the time I enjoy listening to more upbeat music because the energy of the beat helps my mood. Today I didn’t need that energy because the weather lifted my mood and I was happy to be outside as long as possible.
I’m definitely sore from yesterday’s cardio fusion class, though. OUCH! My calves are mad at me. It took some time to loosen the muscles in my legs, and I made sure to stay aware of what was hurting and the level of pain I was experiencing. An article on About.com explains the different levels of pain (mild, moderate and severe) and how that applies to your workouts. It’s typical to be sore after a workout…but make sure you address the moderate to severe pains correctly.
17 days until race day!
