At about the half mile point of a short run last week, I was passing my college library. I love running my old college campus- the memories, the mountain air, the "house that built me" kind of feel.... and then I almost face planted. I tripped, but somehow kicked this elevated lip around a sewer grate. Oh. My. Gosh. If I didn't break my foot, it would've been a miracle.... and since I didn't face plant, and that was a miracle in and of itself, I figured I couldn't be THAT blessed in one event. I continued to run.... 3 miles later, I decided to head in to town to walk with my dad. I walked a brisk 3 miles with him- always a great work out. Unfortunately, I had to take my shoe off to get into the shower.... and that's when I realized how lucky I really was...
So, that being said, I've learned the value of cross training. Aside from eluding boredom and improving overall fitness, cross training is so beyond helpful in the event of injury. I have 5 races coming up over the next 7 weeks, and taking more than a few days off really isn't a good idea. While resting when you need to is obviously the right thing to do, I think it's important to remain prudent and focused. Good nutrition, strength training, cross training, listen to your body, hope and pray for the best. Appreciate the empowering work outs, outstanding racing conditions, and picture perfect skies- for they all may not be so consistent in days to come...
No comments:
Post a Comment