Back In The Saddle

So remember all the talk I posted about it being important to push past where you thought your limits were? And remember how I said I did that last weekend trying for the eight miles, but settling for five? Well, this is where I say it's also important to know when to stop because you might injure yourself. The soreness that set in on that long walk home last Sunday never really left and I haven't been able to run all week. I could even feel it during my volleyball game on Wednesday. So today instead of trying the steps or the long Prospect Park loop, I took it easy and just ran the 3.3 mile Fort Greene Park loop. I've decided to slowly ramp up instead of jerking ahead in bursts. This only being able to run twice a week - along with the week I had to take off because of the heat wave - left me at about the same place I was six weeks ago. Since my summer proper is just starting now it's about time I started running properly again. The loop today was easy enough. I never hit cruising speed, and it was certainly work the whole way, but there was never a point where I thought I'd have to stop. I'm always surprised at the moments where I'm breathing hard, but am able to catch my breath while still running. Not something I thought I'd be able to do a couple of years ago. Here's to hoping I can get back out either tomorrow evening or Tuesday morning. I do love evening running, but I think an early morning right might do me good. It certainly is a peaceful time to get out there. Till next time, run easy.