I have a few more easy runs to get in before race day, but I'm also spending a good bit of time on mobility work and optimal fueling. Yesterday I had a slightly painful, but much needed sports massage. My hamstrings have been rock hard lately--not in a good way! I got rained out today after about 15 minutes outside, so I logged another 20 minutes on the treadmill before another 20 minutes of yoga and stretching. The good part about stretching at work is that I get to put on some guilty-pleasure shows on Food Network or HGTV. Makes the discomfort pass easier, haha!
I did this particular run this past Friday, but I will most likely do something similar tomorrow. It was a short Fartlek around the Braves stadium. I like that I have lots of stairs, bridges and some hills to add in variety to my runs. I used a few of the bridges that have a downward slope to do some last-minute downhill speed work. Nothing crazy, but trying to keep my legs ready for the course on Saturday.
Not quite sure about that 4:06 fastest time, but maybe I was really booking it on one of the downhill sprints. ;) Thursday I will most likely take a rest day with some more mobility work. Friday I'll get an easy run, pack my bag and head up to spend the night closer to the race start! It's always a little tough spending the night away from home before a race, but I usually get a little jittery and can't sleep well anyway. We'll be staying with @dksart's parents, so much better than a hotel. Then I can sleep in a little bit later as it saves us a 90-minute drive on the morning of the race.
I'll pop back in with one last contest reminder on Friday, but other than that this will be my last running post until I update you guys on my race time! Looking forward to another great day to let loose and see what my legs can do!
Happy running!
