After running 21.2 miles yesterday, I realized I had some of the 18 mile tune-up still left in my legs. I planned to go all the way to Bronxville and back, which would have been closer to 24 miles, but I ran into Joe about a mile before the turn around.
I headed out that morning thinking 24 would be a nice way to make up for the 26.2 miles I missed by skipping the Yonkers marathon in favor of that 18 mile tune-up race. Knowing things weren’t feeling as good as they should have been, I turned around early and headed back to run with him a bit as he was still on the way out of his out and back. It turned out to be a smart decision since I felt it necessary to cut off an additional half a mile before making it back .
Going out today, I headed to the Rockies. I decided to do this in my Vibrams. I intentionally take the Vibrams on days when I need a recovery run, or on days when I’m expecting I’ll be struggling because my legs are shot.
It turned out to be quite nice. One of the thoughts that went through my head at the time was refreshing. With the cooler temperatures and the brisk air, the Vibrams only added to the fun. Eventually I started picking up pace. I swear things feel easier when I have them on. I never wore racing flats, but I image those who do, favor them occasionally as I do my Vibrams for similar reasons.
In any case, speaking of the Rockies, and of Joe, he’s getting together a day at the Rockies on Oct 17th. If you’re in the area, and never ran at Rockefeller estates, I suggest you take advantage of this meet-up. I consider this place the mecca of running, and I’m not alone. I often count my blessings that this is as close as it is to where I live. You have to experience it.
After returning, I had my favorite post recovery run meal. Soba noodles with 3 soft-boiled eggs swimming in Bonito Soy Sauce. To get the eggs just right, you need to drop them in after the water is boiling and then turn down the heat and let them simmer for 5 minutes. Run the soba noodles under cold water before putting it together.
Cold Soba noodles with egg and Bonito sauce
You get everything you need from this. Carbs from the soba noodles, protein (the best kind) from the eggs, and sodium from the bonito soy sauce.
The magic bonito sauce. It's nothing without this!
