So I mentioned that I am evaluating a TRX suspension system, by Fitness Anywhere, via a 12-week fitness program. Today was Day 46.
Yesterday was a rest day, but my calves didn’t get the memo.
People at work are amused at me hobbling along as I try to walk with *really* sore calf muscles from starting my running program. I would chase after them for calling me old man if it weren’t for the fact that I would probably fall over.
Nevertheless, after a big rain I went on another 2-mile run today. Nothing special, other than the fact that my calves were on fire the entire time. It was amusing to hear my iPod Touch Nike+ Sensor voice congratulate me for achieving a new PR in the mile.
But I realized that I should not have started with a run, because when I moved to my kettlebells, I found I was pretty much out of energy. Not good when your intent is to sling heavy cannonballs around! I did manage 4 sets of 1-4 clean ladders with the 32 KG kettlebell, though the TRX strength workout was pretty lame — got cramps in my legs during the leg exercises and had to abbreviate some. The upper body exercises were OK, and the core exercises reduced me to a puddle. I finished by trying to do some kettlebell presses, concentrating on form — perhaps I was concentrating too much because I got cramps in my hips while trying to do presses!?
I never thought I would be doing enough exercise to worry about overtraining, but since I am doing parallel TRX FORCE, kettlebell, and running workouts, perhaps I am just not getting enough recovery time between workouts? Hmmm. I will ponder this as I hobble down the hall.
