September 23rd, Sunday

Loving those friendly cinders

On a 70*, cloudy, misty, dark, early autumn afternoon I headed to that favorite cinder track to attempt a real run.  It was glorious!  I went through my pre-run routine on a blanket covered picnic table under a covered patio. What followed was the most positive run in many months.  It was three pain-free miles.  I had vowed to avoid adding any accelerations and just try to complete 3 miles at a comfortable pace.  Feeling safe and painless, I was tempted but resisted.  I was also tempted to add a 4th mile, but settled for my goal of three. ( averaged  12:08 per mile)  As I write this post on Monday morning, my feet and legs feel fine.  I am confident that I will soon be back on course to a legitimate training schedule.

Stats – generally positive and stable

Morning heart rate equals 54 beats per minute.

Weight equals 154 lb.

Diet is very good.

Early morning foot pain from plantar fasciitis still an issue, but is quickly resolved by stretching.

Sleep has been consistently in the 8 to 9 hour range.