Week 15 Summary (Taper Week 2)
This was my second week of tapering so not much running going on. My weekend runs felt really good and I can now feel the benefits of giving my legs a chance to recover before the big day - I'll be rearing to go come next Sunday.
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6km |
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10km/ |
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6km / |
10km |
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Therapy |
Massage (1hr legs) |
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Physio (including massage & acupuncture) |
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This week I made sure I had backups of all my running supplies; ordered an extra pair of Injinji socks, more Striderm blister powder, physio tape, Endura rehydration formula,Powerbar Gels... I'm leaving nothing to chance.
I've been going through a mix of excitement and terror this week thinking about what's before me. I am confident I can run the distance now - I've put in the training and although it won't be easy, I feel I am well prepared. To be honest, I am more nervous about everything else working in around that (will I sleep the night before? Will I be able to stomach breakfast? Will I get there on time? Will it rain? Will I find a toilet that doesn't have a 40 minute queue?!) I have a bunch of check lists and have mentally run through race morning a million times, so I think I just need to trust that it's all under control now, and enjoy the experience!
On an entirely different note, does anyone else have odd running tan lines? I've now got white diamonds in the creases of my arms where I hold them while I run.
One week to go!
The week to come is another of taking it easy. I will start to really monitor my hydration and make sure I am getting enough water. I have short runs Tuesday/Thursday and my last physio and massage appointments. I've got a meal plan for the week to make sure I don't end up eating rubbish (and I start to eat more carbs from Thursday) and I then head over to the Gold Coast on Friday (and I will post again when I get there).
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