Training schedule, decoded

My training for the Cherry Blossom 10 Miler (and for the Frederick, MD half marathon) has fallen into a routine:

Monday: Rest

Tuesday: Easy run

Wednesday: Speed work

Thursday: Easy run

Friday: Rest

Saturday: Easy run

Sunday: Long run

The distances and types of runs change, but they all fit within the pattern. Running these types of runs on these days has been a little more challenging than it seems. Here's how I see each day now:

Monday: Oh, thank God

Tuesday: Hey, running is easy

Wednesday: Ow ow ow ow ow

Thursday: God, running is impossible

Friday: Oh, thank God

Saturday: Better take it easy for tomorrow's long run

Sunday: Should have taken it easier yesterday

The runs on Tuesday and Thursday are virtually identical, yet on Tuesdays I'm floating on air when I run while on Thursday I feel like I'm running with cinder blocks tied to my feet, and arms, and neck. Funny how that works.

Even with the pain that comes with the training I'm happy to be able to complain about it. That's a win in my book.

On another note, February marked the month with the most visits in the almost 4 year history of this blog. And it was during a short month. Thanks to everyone who reads the blog and keeps coming back. Your checks will be mailed out soon.

Also, the winners of the OrthoLite Fusion insole giveaway should receive them by early next week at the latest. Congratulations!

This weekend make sure you run hard or run home!