November 16th, Friday
This was a similar workout to last Sunday on the cinders. I did manage to get in 4 miles, which is 8 laps on the half-mile track. It still takes a while to get started with certain leg issues. Today was a continuation of right calf pain. The calf muscle feels like it’s going to cramp with each stride for about the first mile. I stopped about each 400 to do a 30 second to one minute stretch, I guess that helps. By the second mile the calf muscle is still a little achy but doesn’t threaten to cramp any longer, so I continue. There were no pickups this time, but each mile got a little faster. I continue to improve my belly breathing technique. It is quite relaxing and helps me to maintain an efficient running form. That and trying to remember to keep my stride short are keys to avoiding injuries.
Workout= 4 miles in 48:29 . Very consistent!