Actually that title is a completely false statement, as I’m currently walking like someone whose shock absorbers are rusty and needing replaced.  I have zero spring in my step and I’m a wee bit sore {complete understatement}.  And it’s only Friday.

This new training plan, along with my weekly strength class has really worked my legs more than they’ve been worked in a long time.  I should count next time how many squats we do, but I’d bet it’s close to 200.  

And even though my quads are screaming at me, I know it’s a good pain.  My legs are stronger, my times have already improved, and the strengthening is great for injury prevention.  I just need to focus more on my stretching.  A LOT more.  And maybe get some deep tissue massages…..courtesy of the husband  (take note, honey).  

Today was a 6 mile pace day and I did my best to avoid steep downhills so that my quads are not totally shot for the 11 miles I have get to run tomorrow.  Despite their soreness, I held a great pace and am looking forward to a much slower and relaxed long run in the morning.  

Plus, spring has arrived!  About time, right?  Knowing it’s finally spring seems to make everything just a little better and I think maybe even subconsciously it gives me extra energy to get out and enjoy the new season.  I’m sure I’ll need that extra boost when I get up to 16+ mile runs.  Can’t wait