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October 13, 2005
Post-marathon recovery
My only real complaint about the marathon course was some of the tight water stops. I know it can get dicey at stops during big races, but it seemed all the stops happened to be placed in the narrowest of the streets. Maybe my imagination, but I did spend a decent amount of the race making sure I didn't run anyone over or trip on a water cup or half eaten PowerGel.
So, what else did I do besides run the marathon? Well, mostly I was in food heaven. Everything we ate there was awesome. My favorite were the burritos at a mom n pop taqueria in Bridgeport, near R's old college campus. I'm not a big burrito aficionado, but they were so tasty and cheap. And they came with a bucket of marinated veggies and limes. All for under $11 bucks. We also had a Mexican mocha and chocolate at Moonstruck on Michigan that was delicious. I have a feeling we'll be back next year. I'm drooling at the thought.
My quads are still slightly sore, but at least I'm able to walk down the stairs without looking too crippled. I have been doing some easy workouts to flush out lactic acid but no running.
Mon walk 1+mi on Michigan Ave/Magnificent Mile window shopping
Tues swim 1000 meters & soak in the hot tub
Weds elliptical 35 min, lift upper body, push ups/pull ups/abs
Thurs bike 35 min, elliptical 10 min, pull ups/abs
I don't intend to run until Saturday with Nanda (who's still recovering from injury). I want to let my body recover fully without losing too much fitness. Also, I want to be more consistent and aggressive about speedwork. And, I'm thinking about doing an Olympic distance triathlon in May...if I master treading water. So much for being a couch potato.
Posted by Leilani at October 13, 2005 09:10 PM
Comments
You make for an awful couch potato Leilani! :) Glad the recovery seems to be going so well. Have a great weekend!
Posted by: Beth at October 15, 2005 05:56 AM
I just realized that my post-marathon comments never showed up after your last post! I was so happy to see you have a good marathon. Congrats! Now kick back and enjoy the post-marathon glory. (hahahahaha. like you can.)
Posted by: jenandmats at October 16, 2005 07:45 PM