And it burned me out from running long distances.
After my half marathon on December 1st, I "took a break" from running long distances, logging only a few miles as a time. Then, I sprained my ankle on Jan. 2nd. Here we are over 2.5 months after my last half marathon and I've barely ran two steps.
Until last night.
I started over. From what felt like the beginning.
I downloaded the Zen Labs "10K for Pink" Couch to 10K program a couple months ago.
Last night I completed Day 1, Week 1.
I took it slow as it was the first time I really "ran" since spraining my ankle. I am happy to report it felt great!
A few thoughts:
- I was surprised I could still run a minute straight.
- I forgot how much I don't like the treadmill anymore. It's so boring. But I'm also in pansy mode when it comes to the cold so unless it's above 45, I probably won't run outside during the week.
- I forgot how much regular exercise improves my mood.
My goal is to run a 10K on April 13th, with my first mini-sprint Triathlon of the season being May 18th, and the ultimate goal for the season to complete an intermediate distance Triathlon.
Let's do it!
