Running Back to Normal

November 14, 15 & 16, 2009

Good last three days. I have to be more current with entering the days activities, and that I will make sure I do. On Saturday I had a real good run on the treadmill. Put the treadmill on level one and upped the speed. Really feel that all the effects of the clots are gone and I can start to push myself while working out. Ran for 1:09 and did almost six miles. Goal over the winter is to get to the point of doing hill intervals at about a 6 to 8 level and around an 8 min pace. That should really allow me to get my heart rate up and get into excellent shape.

On Saturday I did a long bike on the trainer indoors. Rode for 3 hours and did 45 miles. Was not that bad. Believe I could do a couple of hours longer when needed in my training. Probably do them on the weekend so I can watch some live sports and news programs on the TV. Goes a lot quicker when I have something interesting to watch.

Today, we had another good weather day. Was able to bike outside early. Had wind going out and an easy ride coming home. Biked for an hour and a half and did 23 miles.

I have decided that as of December 1 I will go from a build up phase to a true training schedule that I will plan in advance. Use December, January and February to work hard indoors and do long outdoor rides when weather allows. Once the Spring arrives I will really than concentrate on long miles. Looking forward to the next stage.

Phil