Metcon

I decided to try to run again, and after about six minutes I felt the calve and Achilles tendon pull a bit, so I stopped and walked back home. Dammit. I'd really like to be able to get some 5k runs in. I guess I can't force the issue anymore. No running until this thing is healed.

I did two sets of Tabatas. The first was air squats, the second was burpees alternated with jumping pullups. At least I got in some metcon work, despite pulling up lame on the run.

Metcon

Saturday I ran about 1.5 miles at a bit over an 8 minute pace using the POSE method...or at least trying to. I ran in my Chucks. I had to stop because my calve cramped the fuck up. It still hurts several days later. I need to loosen it up. I've read that could happen while learning POSE until your calves are accustomed to bearing the brunt of your footfalls. Okay. Now I'd like that chapter finished so I can move on. Thank you.

I also did two Tabata rounds. The first was squats, and the second was 35lb kettle bell swings. Those were a lot tougher than I thought they'd be.

I got what I deserved

Today was an upper body strength day. I duplicated last Monday's workout, but added weight to every set. I'm working my way back up to where I was...slowly. I don't want to jinx myself, but the shoulder has been great. I have avoided kips and knees to elbows to limit the strain on my shoulders. I miss K2Es. I'll start them up slowly soon.

At the end of my workout, I decided to do a 4 minute set of Tabata Squats. I finished with 105, which is more than the 93 I did on June 18th, but two fewer than the 107 I did on July 9th. I got what I deserved. Since the squats were a spur of the moment decision, I didn't have a record of my last performance with me. I was certain I hit a record, so I slowed down. Why? Why would I? Why would I leave anything on the table, PR or not? Lesson learned the hard way.

Today is a fasting day again. I feel completely fine, and had no adverse effects during my workout. This thing may actually work!