One thing I've noticed is the different levels of pain in endurance workouts and speed workouts. Last year and in previous years I never paid attention to my HR and just went all out in training. It was probably an ego thing. I would even race the people in the lanes next to me at the pool even if I was a lap ahead. I would ache like hell the next day and not be interested in the days workout.
This year I'm real in tune with my HR and keep it under 150 for most workouts. The difference is good pain and confidence. After my two hour runs I can do a recovery run the next day with little ache and pain. Most importantly I'm seeing an improvement in fitness and volume. It's amazing what you can do if you just put in the time. I had a lot of time to think about this in the pool tonight and will for the rest of the week as I start my recovery week. Tonight I ripped off 3,000 meters. Last year I wasn't hitting this mark until, well I don't think I even swam 3,000 at any point in time last year.
Swim Summary:
3,000 meters
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You know I am really amazed at how watching the HR keeps you feeling pain free. I ran for one hour the other night and it felt like I could keep going forever. It sounds like you are doing great with the running!
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