Life of a fox by silver_fox2

...cannot believe that it is almost 2 weeks since I last posted a blog.

Running going Ok. Managing 3 to 4 runs a week with one fast, one steady and one longish run. Planning a 12 miler tomorrow morning in preparaton for Fred Hughes 10M race on 22 Jan. Nothing planned after that as then need to focus on swimming.

Not managed any swimming but will try to go out tomorrow afternoon/evening as need to get back in the pool before I start my "lessons" on 24 Jan. 

Latest debate for me is how to speed up the repair of muscle damage. Managed to damage by bicep sawing a piece of wood off for our puppy to chew in the house (instead of our furniure) but bicep very painful. Seems to be on the mend but now 7+ weeks since the damage. Colleague recommended protein whey from Holland and B. Mighr give it a go as need to get sorted before swimming sessions.

Yes it is possible to run following a night out partying although not sure I was at my best. Great party and a few drinks, late to bed but got out for a 10 miler this morning. First 5 felt like running through treacle but things improved which could be the alcohol leaving the system!

Happy with first week of training as managed 34 miles which is similar to this time last year, without having a specific plan at the moment. Must get that sorted as need that discipline!

Happy New Year to one and all

Friday was rest day after having run 3 days in a row. Happy with current position having not done much since Dublin Marathon.

Have managed 24 miles so far this week with Sunday to come. Happy bunny.

Sadly not managed to get down to the pool to carry out drills for swimming technique. Sounds grand but only had an assessment and does not start for real until late January. Have gone for Total Immersion approach. Seems to make sense to me in theory so now for the reality.

Have targeted the Stowe Sprint Triathlon in mid May for debut for freestyle/front crawl attempt as previously only managed breaststroke which is OK but I tend to lead the back of the pack. School report would say good effort but sadly needs to work on technique.

Party at friends tonight..looking forward to it. Enjoy!

Did the Dracula in reverse on Wednesday and donated blood and always wonder how the next few runs will feel.

Went out Thurswday for slow 7 miler and the energy levels were zero at about 3.5 miles. Not sure whether just knackered or connected to blood donation. Then somehow after 4 miles found second wind and last 3 miles much more enjoyable.

Where does that second wind come form...and not from sprouts!