NEW TO NEWTON
So what is all the buzz surrounding "Newton"? The last time I remember this topic coming up, it had something to do with gravity, an apple and a bad science grade that I got that semester. Anyway, now that I am older and wiser, I have taken a new interest in "Newton". Although, I am happy to report that I will not be graded on this subject and there isn't a term paper involved with this study.
The Newton I am speaking of is the running shoe. The shoe was built with Action/Reaction technology which reduces impact, returns energy and propels you forward so you can run faster, farther, forever. Sounded pretty good so I visited "The Runners Soul" and purchased a pair. Newton offers a 30 day money back guarantee so what did I have to lose right? I certainly wouldn't incorporate them into my marathon training long runs, but they might proved interesting on some of the shorter less mileage days.
I have to admit that even when I tried them on on the store, they had a funny feel to them. So, when I wore them this morning, I was expecting them to be a bit uncomfortable. And, they were. For the first 1/2 mile, I felt like I was running in high heels. Now, if you really know me, that would be a sight to see. High heels and I don't get along too well. I have always been a very casual person and fancy shoes with spikes were never my thing unless they were the latest softball spike by Nike.
Anyway, so by the time I got to the marker, my feet were starting to spread out and get comfy in my new sneaks. I think I liked them. I did feel a difference in my running however I think it will take quite a bit more mileage before I am sold on them. I never thought of myself as a heel striker when I run, but maybe I am. I will have to let the shoes and the miles speak for themselves. More updates later.
Today's workout was an easy 4 miles. A quickie some might say. Pace was a 9:05. It was so warm out this morning that I ran in my fancy Mizuno running capris and a light shirt. I'm enjoying this weather but I am hoping for a cold spell for Boston. I run my best races in the cold, so, a drop in temperature around race day would be wonderful. Mother Nature, I hope you are reading this blog. I got to the path just in time to run part of the way with "The Wolf Pack". Saw Amy on my way back, Margi, Carol, Kurt, Nancy and a bunch of other famous Elmhurst runners. Everyone was out running in the dark and enjoying the warm weather. Is there anyone in this town that sleeps in anymore?
I was glad that the run was short because I still had a swim workout to do and I started the day running on fumes. Had a lot of stuff going on in the house last night and hadn't eaten since lunch yesterday. I was fatigued from the start of my run up to and through my swim. I was trying to play catch up with food all day and I wasn't doing a great job of it. Having a hard time quenching my thirst these days too, so I am hoping this will pass.
Met MAB at the pool today for my swim. It was a good thing that I knew she was coming, because my drive today was not there. My mind is focussed on some other things right now, and a 2300 yard swim workout was not on the list. Nonetheless, I knew that I would be really mad at myself if I didn't push through the swim sets so I jumped in the water and started moving. Mentally, this was a really hard workout. Physically, it felt good to move in the water even if I was swimming at a turtle's pace. (Wait, is a turtle fast in the water)? Oh well, let's just say this was one of those days when I couldn't get moving. I was happy when this was in the books. Thank you so much MAB for meeting me at the pool. I really appreciated you working out with me today!! Today's poor performance will give me something else to add to my list of things I need to desperately work on. And just when I needed it most, my Coach posts on Twitter her awesome swim workout. I love to see that because it motivates me to want to get better at a sport that I struggle with. Looking at someone else's workout performance makes me want to get stronger. Thanks Coach for the inspiration!!!!
Todays Workouts
Workout #1 Run EZ 4 miles w/5x25" fast feet strides in last mile w/1' EZ btwn
Workout #2 Swim
Nike Plus Challenges
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