Running Inside - It's Been Awhile

I have had a tough time trying to jot down my blog thoughts the day of my run. Here I am again posting the day after my inside run yesterday.

Yes, I took to the treadmill and accomplished 3 miles. I have been spoiled by my last 7 runs that took me outside. Running inside is just not my cup of tea, but it is better than nothing. Besides, treadmill running is easier on the body and fortunately I didn't experience any problems after my run. I was being a sissy because it was too cold and very windy outside. I also did my upper arm free weight exercises - something I had planned on starting last week, but never did.

One thing I gave thought to while on the treadmill was that I will have to incorporate some cross training since I don't think I can run two consecutive days in a row. Biking of course will be more convenient than going to a pool to swim laps - at least until our subdivision pool opens at the end of May. I also thought about doing a full triathlon this summer again. Last summer, I was part of a team. But I may do a whole one just for the pure pleasure of the challenge.

I don't really know what to think of my "runner's gut" problem. In my reading up on this phenomenon, it seems that it isn't an issue for bikers and swimmers. So, maybe I'll have to stick to triathlons instead of the longer runs. I'm not sure I'm willing to settle for this or come to this conclusion yet. I sure love running the long miles. I am curious to see how my body responds to a long and rigorous bike course. Maybe I'll pick a day this week to get back into the saddle of my bike. If I run on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, then that will leave Saturday as the opportunity to hop on my bike and go for a ride. Sounds like a plan! We'll have to see if the weather cooperates 'cause I can't really ride my bike inside.