Training Log 2008.02.11
Had a really good tempo workout today on the treadmill at the Philadelphia Courtyard Marriott.
Warm-up: 1/4 mile walking + 1 mile jog/run (pace between 12:00 and 8:00)
Tempo: 5 miles @ ~ 7:00/pace (heart rate averaged 159)
Cool-down: 2 miles (pace between 12:00 and 10:00)
I felt really strong during the tempo portion and was tempted to increase the distance, but given the string of minor injuries I’ve had lately, I decided to end it right at 5 miles. There was a decent difference between what the treadmill was measuring for speed and what my footpod measured (treadmill had mile 5 @ ~ 6:36 and footpod recorded 6:56). I took the more conservative footpod pace, which I’m hoping is accurate to within a percent or two, since I calibrated it outside at the same pace two weeks ago.
Plan for tomorrow: 3-5 miles @ recovery pace (heart rate staying below 140).