Well with not being allowed to lace up the running shoes for a least a fortnight. Alternate recovery options were required, much of which involves water and bike. With the warm weather settling in this was not a bad alternative. Lots and lots of Deep Water Running along with lots of early nights and lie ins and massage was enjoyable for the first week or so.

By the end of the second week I was starting to get over the Pool water and the chlorine smell. So on the 14th day later I joined in the local Try2 session for a bit of fun. A Social, Non-Competative group of friends that share the same interest at all different levels. Just out to enjoy, learn from each other and have fun.  Choosing just the bike leg for an easy ride, followed by an easy pool swim. It was a great morning for all and always followed by a get together chat over coffee or brunch.

I was soon reminded of the bike leg later that day with a slightly sore behind.

By this week now being into the third week I am back into some light running. Also headed to the beach for an Ocean Swim. A first experience for me. With a quick crash course provided by a couple of friends. After 200 metres of drowning experience I soon realized that ocean swimming was far different than the pool. Another quick crash course on prevention of drowning from friends. I soon felt more confident and started to enjoy moving with the waves rather than fighting with them. 1.2 kilometres later with wobbly legs and a bit exhausted I felt amazing. Followed by a well deserved coffee while others decided they required a bit more.

Feeling a bit like being on holidays, experiencing some different activities with some great people. Thanks to everyone for making recovery fun. Craig and Steve for your Ocean Swim training course. It was fun, I will be back.

Love my Running 🙂