I put on the Russia v Sweden match whilst running a couple of miles on the treadmill, and enjoyed Hiddink’s Reds complete a coprehensive win over the tired Swedes. I thought Russia would do well before the tournament started, but had written them off since …
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Took my bike out again for half an hour round the cycle tracks. Had quite a good workout, and I’ve got used to the gears now. Maybe I should pick regular circuits and try to beat some times that I set to help with the …
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Haven’t been able to run for two weeks now. My legs tingled constantly – every minute – for the best part of this time. After starting and really getting into it, it’s been quite depressing knowing after just a few runs my legs are in …
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This is bad. My shins are REALLY hurting today, and my legs are tingly a lot too. I knew I’d pushed it yesterday, but felt alright last night. I’ve had shin splints years ago when doing a bit of running and sometimes with footy, but …
Read MoreGradually going further
Getting into the swing of things now. Ran a bit further along the cycletracks, and would have made 2 miles if I hadn’t been looking at the wrong figure. Condition Before: Calves a bit tight Condition After: Felt quite good. Slight shin pain. muscles feel …
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