           
|
|
|
|
|
Your privacy is a PRIMARY consideration of AskDrSears.com. Your
e-mail address is used ONLY by AskDrSears.com for the purpose of
announcing news, events and special offers available only
AskDrSears.com registered users.
Baby Sling Closeout Special!
Extended through May until sold out! 
Buy a baby sling for a friend and get one free for yourself
Buy one get one free
Discount code: freesling Or 50% off your babysling Discount code: halfoff expires: 05/30/08
*Not valid in conjuction with any other offers.
Your privacy is a PRIMARY consideration of AskDrSears.com. Your e-mail address is used ONLY by AskDrSears.com for the purpose of announcing news, events and special offers available only AskDrSears.com registered users. MARCH 16th, 2007
A common problem that a highly motivated (not necessarily highly skilled…) athlete is the curse of over-training. Many experts say that it is better to be under-trained than over-trained, and this morning I had to come to the realization that I need to throttle back a bit. The workouts over the last three weeks have been great, but I just haven’t allowed for enough rest time. This was supposed to be my last weekend of intense training, but I can tell that I will do more damage than good if I try to do too much. It’s a little frustrating because I have the motivation, and the time, but I guess this level of activity is just more than I am used to. Back when I was just cycling, I would ride 5 days a week, but I would usually allow 36 hours between rides to aid in recovery. I would ride Tuesday morning, then not till Wednesday afternoon, then take Thursday off, etc. But now I am swimming twice a week, weightlifting twice a week, running and riding three times each. That’s 10 workouts in a 7 day week! Don’t get me wrong, this has been a ton of fun, and great for my fitness, but maybe just a little too much to ask of a non-swimmer, non-runner to get ready for a half-Ironman in just 12 weeks!
The upside to all of this?
I got to see just where my limits are and next time I’ll be able to recognize “the edge” before I get there! Also, I get to start my 2 rest weeks a little early!
Listen To Your Body Dr. Jim Did you miss one of Dr. Jim's previous entries? 
|
AskDrSears.com is intended to help parents become better informed consumers of health care. The information presented in this site gives general advice on parenting and health care. Always consult your doctor for your individual needs.
© Copyright 2006 AskDrSears.com. All Rights Reserved.
