Zzzzz!

Training update from a super-slow Dutch runner (me!): on Mon evening 8km in the dark (!). on Tue morning 20km in the rain, today 17km under hail showers! Dutch autumn. Also in the evenings I do some callisthenics.
As dark and cold prevail, I find sleep is super important for me. I have read that the body rejuvenates when asleep, and sleep prevents injury and helps muscle recovery. Merry dreams!

travel far

I am back from Prague. Lucky for me the weather was wonderful. Operas: Il barbiere di Siviglia, Le nozze di Figaro. and classic ballet. and spa. I love spas!!! I miss them already! I will probably go to the spa in my neighbourhood this evening.
Training-wise, I ran in Prague every day 16-21 km along the river Vitava (Moldau). Cold and foggy!
I am planning to keep the running regime plain and simple until end of October. Then I will add some intervals or fartlek.

off to Prague!

Yesterday evening I ran 7km at the beach, wonderful sunset. Today I did 18km easy. Tomorrow I will fly to Prague until Saturday. I will go to the opera, Il barbiere di Siviglia and Il nozze di Figaro. And spa hotel! Early morning run of about 15-17km, whatever I feel like doing.
Plans: Next marathon for me could be Rome, 20/03/2011. Goal: enjoy the course, and the city as a tourist.

a first day off

Today is my first day off after 9 days non-stop running. I didn't even realize all those training sessions went by without a single break! Maybe it is because the weather has been so splendid, ideal for running: temperatures around 13-15 C, no wind, partly cloudy.
I finished off my first post-marathon training week with 15km on Fri, 22km on Sat and 18km on Sun. Total weekly mileage about 110km. Slow pace!
This week (and until the end of the month!) I will continue with easy sessions at slow pace. Letting the body relax!

relaxed running

Ahhh... as the soreness fades away, I thoroughly enjoy my postmarathon, super easy runs! Especially when combined with mild autumn weather, too! Today was another 17km in the dunes, easy pace. No wind, no run, temperature around 14-15 degrees C. Excellent way to start the day!

back on track

First training sessions after the marathon: Sat, Sun, Mon 15-17km each time. Legs a bit sore, but overall happy to resume training!
The weather is perfect, mild temperatures and no wind - what else can a road runner ask for!

an easy start

I was thinking of going for a small run this weekend. Soreness has gone - at least, I feel ok when walking and biking.
Interested to see how much my body has recovered!