M2 Recap

Running:
Week 5:
Total miles: 27
Long run: 10 miles

Week 6:
Total hours: 4
Long run: 2:20

Week 7:
Total hours: 3
Long run: 2:00 (w/20lb vest)

Week 8:
Total hours: 5 hours
Long run: 2:00

Strength and Conditioning:
Focused on hinge movements, pullups, pushups and core work and was very happy with the progress. Typical time spent on each S&C workout was 30-40 minutes. Flexibility and core strength has improved and lower back has not been sore at all during long runs.

Recap:
Due to work and social commitments I have not had as much time to dedicate to workouts and runs during the week. I have been going longer on the days that I can and taking rest days on the days I have commitments. A vast majority of my miles are coming during the weekend when I have more time. I have had to take more rest days than normal which has actual been beneficial in my opinion. Hing movements are going to continue to be a staple as I have seen a great improvement in my running since I started adding them regularly into my routine. Did a 2 hour weighted vest run w/ a 20lb vest in week 7 and did very well. Going forward I will focus on going long and slow and adding more weighted vest runs in as well as occasional rucks to work on my walking pacing.