Speed Work

I signed up for speed work this summer but tonight was the first night I went.  Jim went with me.  They shortened the workout because of the heat.  Of course we went on one of the hottest days of the summer.  I ran at the back end of group 4.  I was slow.  My hamstring hurt.  There was a breeze and by the time speed work started the sun was low enough that there was some shade on the track.  Overall it did not feel too hot.

Bonus:  Popsicles at the end.

I talked to the physical therapists that come to speed work.  He told me that he really can't tell me much unless I make an appointment and come in for a 90 minute analysis.  He gave me a couple exercises to do which I was already doing.  He suggested things I have already tried:  ice, check, compression, check, strengthening exercise, check.

There were not many people at speed work compared to previous years.  I don't know if it was the heat or change of location.  Everyone at speed work is very supportive.  When another group speeds by it is customary to clap for them.  Note to self:  when you have a sore hand from falling on the trail it hurts to clap.