I have been feeling fresh and energetic all week. I can now run continuously for 40 minutes. As per schedule, I ran three days, cross-trained for two and rested. My diet has been normal, my fitness levels have improved and I am sleeping better.
I ended up slightly injuring my ankle this week — this is because another runner crashed into me while I was training and I tripped. I learnt that one must be careful while training with someone else. I hope to continue with this schedule and do better next week.
Mangalamba VarmaI ran a temperature and was a little listless last week, so I took it easy. Apparently, viruses deposit protein at the joints, causing aches and pains. Rest and intake of plenty of fluids is the best way to deal with it. So I rested a couple of days and then got back to some stretches and Surya Namaskara. Some other interesting changes have taken place due to this new lifestyle. I’ve become an early-to-bed-early-to-rise person and my body clock is slowly adjusting to waking up at dawn. My body is feeling more comfortable with itself and I’ve learnt to pace and stretch it better.
However, I’m still getting used to all the sweating due to running outdoors. I’m not an outdoor person and running in the sun has given me a tan; so I had to look for sun block creams and sun protection home remedies.
After a slow week, I’m looking forward to picking up my training again. I want to build my muscle tone and strength. I realise I need to shop for the right running clothes, shoes, and accessories!
GirijaI had an interesting week. I learnt a lot, including some tips for effortless training and relaxing exercises. I had a bit of an ache but my sugar levels have drastically come down. I am eating pretty much the same and it seems to be keeping me fit and healthy. I really enjoyed myself at the run last Sunday. I plan to cover at least 7k continuously at each training session this week.
Ravi Kumar KIt has been an exciting journey so far. I tried a ‘6 k for 6 days’ challenge but stopped after two days as I didn’t want to get fatigued or injured. Instead, I ran twice, cycled twice and strength trained. I will also do a long-distance slow run. I have been eating the way I always do, except that I have added an extra egg white to my diet. I suffered from chronic headaches and fatigue but since I started running they have disappeared.
My sleeping patterns have improved and I am no longer an insomniac. There has been a bit of weight loss and though I haven’t checked my sugar levels yet, I am feeling much better. I learnt that one needs to listen to their body and not exert themselves while exercising. Next week, I plan to run three days, covering 24 kms, cross train, go cycling and do a couple of days of strength training. I really hope to improve my running pace and endurance levels.
