Running on ice

Sadly, two weeks out from my first preferred start in a race, I have finally realised my calf strain is going to put my running on ice. It seems to be the peroneal muscles in my right leg causing the trouble and during a struggle through a 6km run today, I knew it was time to rest and rebuild. The decision was made for me really.

With very limited preparation due to injuries, this upcoming race (SMH Half Marathon) was never going to be my fastest so it is not the end of the world to miss it and now I just hope I can get back to running in time to nail the City2Surf. My main goal this year is still the Melbourne Marathon in October so plenty of time to get right before then. Time to get on the stationary bike and into the pool to build some kind of fitness.

Baby steps

I went out for my first run in a couple of weeks. My right knee was a little stiff but not painful and my left hamstring was tight (for no reason I know of!) but other than that it was pretty good. Just 5km mind you - baby steps...

Garmin details of run >>