When you run Couch to 5K, it is expressed repeatedly the importance of a "break day". Between your running days, you are supposed to take a day to either rest, or do a different form of exercise. Saturday I woke up excited for the day, energized to run, to try to finally conquer Week 3 Run 3, so I can move onto Week 4. Keep in mind that I just ran the day prior...
I set out around noon, about 4 1/2 hours later than normal. I had a new playlist, which was a little more peppy than the one I had. I did not drink much water beforehand... Essentially, I welcome the fates to be against me.
The new playlist is like forming a new relationship. It was almost exhausting, but when I get the rhythm of it, I'm sure it will be lovely. The dehydration was a problem. It was warm out...
Of the four runs --two short, two long-- I took 10-15 second breaks on ALL OF THEM. It was utter fail. I was exhausted. It was so sad. It was almost embarrassing, but only I knew it, and now, you. The rest of the day I was in tremendous pain. My legs hurt so very, very much. And not just my muscles. My joints, my bones, my muscles. Pain pain pain. I suppose the rest day is to help strengthen what you're breaking down, and they are wise.
I still returned home, but I was beaten down. Sunday I took my usual Sunday break. And today, Monday, I took a break. Tuesday I will run again, with a more rejuvenated spirit, and sense of healing and ability. If I run week 3 for 7 weeks, so be it.
I've gained five pounds. I assume all muscle, since I've lost inches.
The best part about Saturday? I discovered kids chase babies like dogs chase cars. Since it was later in the day, I had a few little girls that saw the stroller and kept my pace around their cul-de-sac, in order to talk with Peach, and tell me what a beautiful baby I have. It made me laugh despite my frustration, and I was thankful.
I'm glad you are doing better and that you didn't give up. Good for you.
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