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May 29, 2004
Getting there: Marathon update
Around 17 weeks left to go until my first marathon in Berlin and I seem to be back on track again with my training. The weeks between Easter (the half-marathon) and this week were pretty bad. I think after the half-marathon my body decided enough was enough ("vacation time pal, we're outta here!"). In the past 3 weeks or so I've been suffering from pains in my shins which allowed me to run for like 17 minutes - not exactly marathon distance. Anyway, a week or so ago I decided to take the whole thing a lot slower and listen to the signals. So, regular stretching for the shin symptoms and reduced running, together with starting a running-diary (I really think that's a help). Another motivation are "peer pressure" emails from Timo, an ultra-runner and someone who I can cry to if necessary :-). Today, I managed 8 Kms again in my usual time, which was more than I had hoped for. And most importantly - no pain. So, there's still time to donate to my run - and you'll find the link over on the left. Onward.
Posted by Matthew at May 29, 2004 01:53 PM
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Good to hear you're back on track, Matthew. I'm having some 'issues' too, and can highly recommend this page (and the rest of the site) for practical and down-to-earth advice: http://www.coolrunning.com/engine/2/2_5/183.shtml
Posted by: Martin Little at May 29, 2004 01:57 PM