Well, a week on and my legs are still very sore. Recovery seems to be slower than I anticipated. Thinking back to the race, it is hardly surprising as I have never 'dug' so deep in a race. The damage to the body must have been severe and I am starting to wonder if I will recover ok to race the rest of the season! I suppose caution is needed - no rushing back into training like a madman! That said, here is my training since Thursday:
Friday: Easy swim technique set. 50 min spin on the bike (including a recovery stop at Southill coffee shop)
Saturday: 3 miles walk jog - sore legs!
Sunday: 20 mins spin on the turbo followed by 20 mins walk jog - sore legs
Today I dropped the car off for its MOT and then cycled the remainder 28 miles to work. I had a tail wind, which made the ride very easy - good job as my legs are STILL SORE.....AAHHHH!!! Sorry, just a bit of frustration being vented 8-(
Monday, 21 April 2008
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I am thinking hard about the timing of the marathon. My taper was 3 weeks and the recovery will be at least the same. That is 6 weeks of lost training for the season. That said, with the main goal being end of July and end of August, I just have to accept that I may not be going very well in May and June but will be flying in July and August! .....cough.....hopefully!
You're going to need your cycling legs by the weekend. I'm behind the drag curve on the endurance rides so will be looking for a 3 hour + effort this weekend. Gives you something to look forward to and focus on.
Don't worry, I won't be gentle.
Bring it on......HELP!
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