Juneathon day 2: trying out the calf on a busy weekend

Is it just me that finds it hard to fit runs in to busy family weekends? Today we have been up at my parents-in-law's place, having fun at the playground and later at nearby Wimpole Hall, only getting back to ours near 9pm. I did take running stuff, but it just wasn't going to happen there...

Anyway, with it being late and my calf having been rather sore, I thought a short and gentle try-out run would be the most sensible thing. In the event it was good: an easy 2.2 miles in 23:05. My calf didn't give me agro; I tried really hard to call on my glutes to do the work instead and leave the calves and ankles to relax. I have been religiously following the guidance of the Helen Hall/Barefoot Audio coaching recordings, which I thoroughly recommend for technique and pleasure in running.

Now I am home, and can't help but notice that the run I've just completed was one of thorough enjoyment and pleasure. Working the body, but entirely within its limits, and really getting into a rhythm and flow. This is absolutely why I love running so much!

Anyway, now - where's that foam roller?!

Today's effort: 2.2 miles in 23:05