My buildup to the Mumbai Marathon (Half) has been nowhere near the best I had hoped for. The ankle pain which started in later weeks of December continues, and I continue to run with the pain. The only precaution I am taking is that I have cut down my long run pace from race pace (which I know is not a good idea anyway), to a relaxed and easy pace. Still, the desire to run fast takes over sometimes and I give one fast lap a try every weekend... and the ankle is obviously no better.
Jan 07, 2006: 5 laps (4 easy + 1@14:46 -- my personal best!)
Jan 14, 2006: 6 laps (5 easy + 1@15:37)
I am not sure about the Mumbai run... what pace should I run, is the below 2:00 hr goal still realistic? I don't have the answers today. I am dreading the killer Peddar road flyover, particularly on the way back. Maybe I will have some answers towards the end of the week. I have started some heat treatment on my ankle, and I am all confused between the difference between an ankle sprain (for which cold treatment is advised) and an ankle strain (heat).
Lets hope for the best.
Monday, January 15, 2007
A week before the big run
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I think you should rest your legs for the rest of the week.
You will definately do a sub 2hr time. Best wishes.
Good Luck!
Tanvir- All the best for Mumbai. Sorry to go off topic- but I am trying to organize a group of 25 runners to the Bangalore 2007 marathon. We will raise funds for charity (to be identified). I saw reference to Bangalore marathon in your blog. Do you know how I can find the date for Bangalore marathon 2007? I saw April 13, 2007 in one site- but am not able to confirm that. Would appreciate any insight.
Thanks
Sam
gplkrATyahooDOTcom
Good Luck, Tanvir.
Try and keep a steady pace. Its ok if you go about 5 mins faster for the 1st half of your run since the weather will be better, but make sure you don't rush yourself. Keep all the energy for the return leg.
And Peddar Road is not bigger than your spirit. Eat it for Sunday breakfast!
Keep Running.
Thanks for the wishes guys. Unfortunately, I will not be running due to the ankle injury. I hope it recovers in time for the Feb 11 Delhi marathon.
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