Invisible Shoes - Barefoot Running Sandals

Thursday, December 31, 2020

good 5

 On

had a good 5km run in the beautiful sun and warm air. I planned to take it easy with a short run at a comfortable pace. I felt good but didn't want to push so just ran fast enough to the edge of feeling like I was pushing. I was surprised my pace was as good as it was considering the easy run.

Wednesday, December 30, 2020

pushed 6.5

 On

Really wanted to run but when I finally got myself out there I was not really into it. Felt a little soft and weak on the run, a bit tired, and a bit disinterested. While initially I had looked forward to a run somewhere in the range of 8km or so, maybe 9, I just couldn't push myself to do it. The only saving grace was that right before I called it quits at 5, I decided to push to 6, and then to 6.5km.Pace was decent, if a bit slow.

Tuesday, December 29, 2020

really good 6

 ON

got another late morning run in today, in the beautiful sun and fresh air. Soaking up that Vitamin D to help protect me from Corona. Fabulous.

It was a really good 6km run at a very good pace. I was a little surprised as I felt a little shaky and not as strong today, but I'll take it!

Monday, December 28, 2020

really good 7

 ON

Had a really good 7km run just now. Good air, good sun, bit of a strong breeze but nothing like the winds of the past couple of days. Ran strong and at a pretty good pace. Nice to be out in the sun in the middle of the day, especially during a lockdown.

Sunday, December 27, 2020

good 6.5

 ON

After waking up a bit late this morning, I could not run - it was too late for that. Around noon I got some time so went out for a run. It was still very windy, so despite feeling strong and having a really good run, the pace was only decent. the wind was really strong and at some points it felt like running into a wall.

6.5km in the sun. Couldn't ask for better. 

Saturday, December 26, 2020

ok 5

 ON

I thought about not going running tonight because it was super windy and the wind was cold. Then I decided to gout anyway, but with no plan or expectations. It was my first time wearing a long sleeve running shirt for this winter, but I wore a white running shirt over it because when I run at night I always wear a white shirt so drivers can see me better.

The run itself was ok. The wind was strong. At some points it felt like I was running into a wall. When the wind subsided it was pleasant and not cold. Overall the run was fine.

Friday, December 25, 2020

ok 5

 On

I wasn't going to run today, and I probably shouldn't have, but I did. Today is a fast day, but it is a pretty short one. So I felt like going for a run, and because I  ran my longer run yesterday, today was really my recovery run. I could say that even though I decided to go for a run, I decided to just make it an easy, lazy, run, because of the fast day, but that is at least partially not true. It was a very slow run because of it being a recovery run and my not being able to run faster. But that is fine.

5km at a slow pace on a beautiful chilly morning.


Thursday, December 24, 2020

really good 13

 Hoka

I got up early this morning to do my longer run of the week, because with Friday being a fast day I wouldnt be able to do it then. I woke up and it was pouring rain. Being that I am not prepping for a marathon or anything like that where my discipline would require me to go out on schedule even in the rain, I decided to not go out. As the morning went on, it was still gloomy and cool, but with no actual rain I decided to go out for my run. I might still run tomorrow, but if I do it will be a short run.

I felt really good and had a much quicker pace than any run recently, and I felt strong all along the route. I ran starting off across Kishon, as always, and then run across the bridge and up through Yarmuth Park to Gimmel. At the top I turned right and ran nearly out to the road down to 375, and then turned around. Ran back and ran halfway across Hayarden (half of the section in A), and then turned and ran back down to home, finishing at 13km.

Wednesday, December 23, 2020

good 6.5

 On

Had a pretty good run today that was only good. 6.5km. I felt good overall, but it felt like a slowish run, nothing special. No burst of energy or whatnot. I once again felt fine so extended my run - what was going to be a 5km run turned into a 6.5km. I say it was a pretty good run because my average pace was much better than expected. So even though I felt I was slowish, I was actually running better than I thought.

Monday, December 21, 2020

good 7.5

 Hoka

good 7.5km run this morning at a decent pace. Felt pretty good, was colder than expected at the start of the run. First two km were pretty slow, and I thought it was going to be a difficult run, but after that i got into a groove and  it smoothed out....

Sunday, December 20, 2020

pretty good 9

 Hoka

Had a pretty good 9km run just now.

This morning I woke up a little bit later than usual, and by the time I was finished with my morning routine (lavatory, prayers, etc), it was a little too late to go for a run, especially with the kids returning to school. Also, I wasn''t so driven to push myself out the door and make it work, so I didn't find a way.

Once again, the day was so beautiful, that after working all day, suddenly in the afternoon some time opened up and I really wanted to get out and run in the sun. It felt great, I felt strong, the air was wonderful and the sun warm. Just a pretty good 9km run at a decent pace.

Saturday, December 19, 2020

ok 5

 ON

slow recovery run for 5km. frun was fine, though very slow, but it was smooth and good for a Motzash despite ankles and feet still hurting from Friday

Friday, December 18, 2020

good 12

 ON

I got up this morning and was not in the mood to run. So I didn't. But I was out later in the morning and it was really a beautiful day so i decided that when I would get home I would go out for a run. So I did.

12km at an ok pace. Beautiful weather, beautiful skies, pleasant sun. Wonderful to be outside. The run itself was good and I felt strong almost the entire way, though the final kilometer was a little wobbly.


Tuesday, December 15, 2020

ok 5

 On

I wasn't going to run today, but it looks like tomorrow will have to be an off day, so when I woke up I figured I might as well go out for a run.

5km, decent pace. Chilly air, got out in between the rains. Knee felt a little wobbly, so I was cautious - no pain, so that's good.

Monday, December 14, 2020

good 6.5

Hoka

today was a good 6.5km run, but it was much tougher. Pace was ok. felt good but the run felt tough

the air was surprisingly and unexpectedly warm. I had delayed a bit going out because it was windy and I assumed the air was probably still morning chill plus strong wind, but when I went out I was surprised to be hit by the warm air with a strong wind. There was a strong headwind during much of my run.

Sunday, December 13, 2020

good 7.5

 Hoka

today's run was a good one, especially compared to last night's run. 7.5km at a decent pace. felt good and strong, even on the uphills

Saturday, December 12, 2020

lousy 5

 On

lousy run tonight. I am happy I made it to 5km. everything just felt lousy and disjointed. And it wasnt even a recovery run because I didnt run long on Friday. Just a lousy run. It happens.

Friday, December 11, 2020

disappointing 5

 Hoka

I wanted to run somewhere in the range of 15, maybe as high as 18. But man was I tired when I woke up this morning, and my body just felt tired throughout my run.. I decided to just cut it at 5. I probably could have pushed through and maybe my energy burst would have hit at some point, but I didn't. The 5km run was fine, nothing special, but I am disappointed with my run today. Maybe later I'll go out for some more if I have the time.

Thursday, December 10, 2020

good 5

 ON

another smooth run where everything just felt good. 5km at a decent pace. Considering that today is supposed to be a little bit warmer, I was surprised that the early morning was cooler and breezier than the past few days, but it was nice overall

Wednesday, December 9, 2020

good 9

 ON

this morning's run was pretty good. 9km and it felt like I was gliding, though my pace doesn't actually reflect that. It just felt good all the way through. At about 7km it started to rain lightly.

Tuesday, December 8, 2020

decent 5

 ON

went out for a run, feeling good. Run was decent though ankles felt weak for most of the run. The run itself was decent at a reasonable pace. Initially I planned to run maybe 8, thinking it was Monday. During the run I realized it is Tuesday, so I cut it to 5, in anticipation of tomorrow's run.

Sunday, December 6, 2020

ok 6.5

 ON

Got a late start today.

Actually, I got up as early as normal, but I just wasn't feeling like going out for a run. I decided that if I would get a chance during the morning I would go out then, in the sun and warmer weather.

I got my chance, so I went out. The weather was nice, sunny and cool. My run was decent, at a much more decent pace than last night's run. Still slow, but decent compared to yesterday.


Saturday, December 5, 2020

recovery 5

 Hoka

not a great run. not even close. 5km recovery at a very slow pace. Joints were still sore, so I knew it would be very slow. But at least I got out there on a chilly night and got my run in. Though I chuckle as I type the word "run" on a night like this, as it was so slow it was more similar to a walk than a run!

Friday, December 4, 2020

good 14

 Hoka

Had a good 14km run this morning . was not sure how far I would wan to run. I knew I wasnt up for 17-18, but wanted to go higher than 10. As I began my run I felt really good and strong and I figured I would aim for 13-14.

During the run as I went out on Road 10 (3855) I bumped into some old friends and ran with them for a couple of kilometers until I was ready to turn back.

Overall good run at a good pace. Good weather and felt good. Nice seeing friends. Ran down the boardwalk from RBS to Road 10 and it has really turned out beautiful and the benches even face a wonderfully stunning view (unlike in some other places I recently commented about with the benches installed facing a tree trunk or a blank wall).

Wednesday, December 2, 2020

good 8

 Hoka

good 8km run at a decent, slightly slow, pace. Was a little distracted and went exploring. On Kishon, in the non-residential area, I saw a fox or jackal in the weeds right beside me. He ran off and I stopped to look for him for a bit. Then later when running through Yarmuth Park, I stopped near the river at different sections looking for frogs. Was nice and pleasant and low key.

Tuesday, December 1, 2020

good 6

 Hoka

I got out early for a good 6km run. Decent pace, good weather, nice run