day 36

The combination of the heat and my luteal phase have been leaving me feeling less than ideal.

I woke up not super hugry, but needed some quick fuel before my run. I had half of a plain bagel with some butter and jam, a maple cinnamon coffee and a large glass of water. As I get deeper into my luteal phase and begin menstruation, I will look to lessen my caffeine intake. I headed out for a run- I knew from the start I was not feeling it. I intended to do 2 miles, but had to stop short at around 1.7 miles. I think my body was still recovering from my long run and travel, so I stopped when I felt like I should. I walked the remaining distance home and stretched to cool down. Lunch was a smoothie and 2 fried eggs. I wanted to keep it light but nutritious.

I set out for an hour walk later in the afternoon, keeping my pace slow and listening to an enjoyable podcast. I had a big dinner to make up for the smaller meals I had throughout the day. It was salmon, a baked potato, corn, snap peas and carrots. Dessert was homemade chocolate chip cookies and vanilla ice cream topped with sea salt.

My new method of training has provided me with a lot of ease. Knowing my body and how it works empowers me in more ways that I can explain. The days I am feeling less than optimal allow me to reset and nurture my body with proper movement, nutrition and recovery.