Yesterday I went to the gym for a workout. My goal was to run some and bike some. The run was my main focus.
I've been slowly building my speed and stamina in rehab, and yesterday I wanted to see what I could do. Overall I was pretty pleased with what I did. I ran 1 mile in 16:27. Now to the untrained eye, someone might say, hey there are folks that run much faster. True, but considering what I have been through since July, I think 16:27 is like a 4:00 mile.
I felt good at the end of the run. I could tell I worked hard, which is one thing they want me to do in rehab. So on a scale of 1-10, 10 being way too hard a workout, I think I did an 8. More importantly I lived to tell about it.
I transitioned to the bike, where I pedaled a nice 3.62 miles. At the end of the workout, my legs felt like they had been through a bit.
Overall I really good workout. This morning in the weigh in - 255 lbs. Down 18 lbs since the heart attack.
Charlie
1 comment:
Well done Charlie. You have a great testimony, overcoming physical issues.
Never give up! Never surrender!
Remember to fuel yourself properly. As an old decathlete with injuries that would make your head spin if I were to list them, I know from personal experience (unfortunately) that eating right makes an absolute HUGE difference in performance and longevity.
Stay strong!
Rik
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