Saturday, March 19, 2011
What to do?
I am currently unsure of what my strategy should be. My good friend Tom Brown teaches science at Dearborn High School and teaches girls cross-country there. Because of this, he also serves as my de facto running coach. And this morning, he told me, "Looking at your times and distances it sounds like you are in the running doldrums. I recommend a week off with no running. I think you are headed for an injury." I highly respect his advice, and am strongly tempted to heed it. But, on the other hand, it will set back my weight-loss efforts for a while, and, I fear, imperil my hopes of running a half-marathon this coming June 5. So I am currently trying to weigh my options and decide what to do.
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I had a physical education minor at Defiance College so I could pursue a career in coaching, not phys ed. I had to take courses in anatomy, physiology, and kinesiology. I agree with Tom Brown. Sometimes, less is more. When I was doing daily running when I was 35, I noticed some of my best times occurred after some time off. Your body and your mind need times off occasionally to make complete recovery and refresh.
I agree! And it doesn't have to be a setback for weight loss, especially if you do some walking and/or resistance training during the week!
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