Seriously, how long does this process take. I am going nuts waiting to find out if I made the Terry Fox show. I don’t know what to do with myself. I don’t know whether to train like I’m going to run across Canada 10 weeks from now or not. So, I am. Even though I’m “technically” still recovering from Hernia Surgery, I’m training. Not gung ho or nothing, but I did 9km today, and 6 yesterday. Not the 18 and 25 I would like to be doing with what is ‘coming’ up. But, with the incision in my stomach still healing….it sure feels like enough. Surgery was…just over 3 weeks ago. I’ve heard horror stories of people having troubles getting out of the car still after 5 weeks. So, I’m happy to be running that much. Oh, not 100% speed yet either. Managing around 5:30 per km. About 15-20 seconds off my usual long distance pace.
Well, If I didn’t hear anything today, I assume I won’t hear anything over the weekend……So at least another 2 days….arrggg. I keep thinking…..what do I do if I don’t get it? How does one react to that kind of rejection? But the majority of me thinks positive and keeps thinking about what it will be like when I DO get it.
p.s. Arizona 27, Pittsburg 23.
run for your life
Steve
There I was, finished my run, Sunday morning. And no football…… What does one do on sundays for the 32 weeks while there is no football.
I did 10 km’s on Sunday. It felt good. Movement was good, leg turn over ok. Still nothing above 6.5 mph. I did see a Star trek i had not seen before though. Then went to T.O. for dinner and a show with Casey’s sister and boyfriend for her birthday. Richtree Market. Man i love that place. you can eat and eat and eat….so good. Lots of seafood and wine. Then we say the latest bond flick.
I did not run yesterday. Scar hurts. Irritated and hot and little swollen. It’s not so bad today. Will see how it feels after work. Last thing I want to do is rip some stiches running.
Still no word from the Terry Fox show. I am hoping to hear this week.
run for your life
Steve
I ran 7km today…..non stop. at a 9:30 min per mile pace. Faster and longer yet again. Yet I find myself wondering why i am not excited and feeling great. ITs like I’m tired and sore. IT was only 1 km more than yesterday, and a little faster.Yet the whle area around the “wound” and groin actually seems hot and puffy. Not ‘infected’, just aggravated. Not to mention i feel asleep somewhere’s aroun 8:30 last night. So I am debating whether to take today off, or maybe do the 8 km scheduled at a real slow pace. Back to Mondays pace? Will have to see how the day at work goes.
I have to keep reminding myself that I don’t just train. My day job has me moving, walking, up and down stairs, carrying, bending, lifting at odd angles, all day with no real breaks. Must see how I feel after todays shift.
Run for your lives
steve
I had a most excellent run yesterday morning. I ran 6 km, non stop at a 10 min per mile pace. That kicks butt. It was still …..uncomfortable, with the scar tissue bouncing around and all. But, bearable. The one unforeseen bonus of this may be new found running form. Not wanting to bounce I am running smoother with shorter strides and a faster leg turn over. Baby steps on to 7km today.
I received a call yesterday from the production company asking me to send some pictures. Not really knowing what they’re looking for I sent a bunch for them to choose from. Action pics to show personality, running pics and a couple of head shots. Here’s hoping…..
run for your lives
Steve
I did it. two weeks after surgery I did a full 5km run. No stopping. However, it was slow. averaged 7 min/km. But my form kicked butt, As the pain forces me into a proper form…which may be a blessing in disguise. Smaller strides and good arm swing.
Going back today to try 6km. Be in touch
csey did notice my shoulder bones a little more and ribs. Guess 2 weeks with no weights makes a difference fast.
run for your lives
Steve
