Dear James, Daniel and Emily,
Monday I decided that while I have become a harder core runner, I was still going to draw the line at sub-zero and single digit temperatures. But today, it was a mere 21 degrees! So I slipped on the running clothes and headed out. Of course, while the cold wasn't a big deal, I did have to adjust to the conditions. Because there is some inconsistency on who shovels their sidewalks, and even if it isn't shoveled at all, traffic and sun can still create ice patches. I have no problem with clean snow, or bare sidewalk, but had to slow down in the areas where the ice became prevalent. But overall no problem.
I then returned, did my prescribed stretches, then my new set of exercises. See the Physical Therapist ladies are trying to outdo each other when it comes to giving me new exercises to do at home and what frequency. Last week it was 3 routines to be done once a day. Now I have 7 more that ideally should be done twice a day. This wouldn't be so bad if the first 3 didn't work my quads so much. Now I am getting some real feedback from my legs as far as how fast I can run. I know that this is all part of the plan that will result in making me a better runner. But some days it can all be a little overwhelming.
The good news is that the main therapist was impressed with my progress and I was able to move to a 2 week wait before my next appointment. So the work is paying off. I just need to focus on doing what they have me do, especially now in the cold time, so that when things warm up and I am ready to start my marathon training my legs and core will be so much better and stronger.
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