Countdown to Lake Placid Ironman
Training continues with an eye to the key aspects of Ironman races, (1) endurance, (2) strength, (3) speed or skill.
Try this: yellow straight-necked squash, sautéed but crisp, in pasture butter with a little soy sauce and garlic - yum!!!!
As an older athlete, I use long walks to prepare my legs and mind for the run, which is always tough. Walking provides great conditioning with little or no risk of injury. This is combined with plenty of short runs to improve pace and running skills. Gradually, running replaces walking for these endurance workouts as I get further into the season.
Workout:
14-mile steady walk, focusing on active arches, relaxed recovery using spinal torsion rather than my hip flexors (which are really tired after the Ironman bike ride), and comfortable but highish cadence with a short stride.
Important Note: These posts do not provide medical advice. You should always consult your physician before undertaking or significantly modifying an exercise program.
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