Sunday, August 07, 2011

First run out with the Garmin, since inury

On Friday, as well as the gym session in the morning, we also went out for a longish walk from Paignton-Brixham and back (via a pub for some liquid refreshment) along the coastal path.  We've done this a few times over the years and it is really nice walk, so we thought we'd do it again on Friday which was the last "official" day of my 2-week holiday.  Thinking back over the last 10-weeks I have come a long way as even 4 or 5 weeks ago that walk wouldn't have been possible.

After a few drinks and meal with friends yesterday, I decided that if I felt okay this morning, I would go out for a short, slow two mile run.  I'm pleased to say that I managed it with no niggles, although it is really shocking how quickly/easily the fitness reduces.  10-weeks ago I would have easily done that in 16mins (more like 14mins if I was pushing myself) but today it took me 17.5mins and I did struggle.  I'm really glad I went out though, and I do feel I am on the road to recovery.  Before and after the run, I did plenty of stretching too.  It isn't a particularly awe-inspiring route, but the details are here

I do have a hospital appointment in a few weeks as I've been referred to a hip specialist as my Physio discharged me.  I'll keep up with the light training until then and see how I get on.

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