Mercifully, the intense workouts included in the Insanity program come with an off day. Of course The Streak doesn’t allow for such. Given the option I immediately decided to get outside for a change. I’ve exercised inside for what seems like an eternity. I delighted at the idea of going for a nice easy run. Wow, what a surprise. I reveled in being out in the midday sun. Yes, I waited until noon to run in Atlanta. Shannan contends I was an iguana in a previous life. As I soaked up the rays of light and heat I noticed how strong I felt early on in the run. I have long heard running gurus lecture on the importance of core strength.
After more than two weeks of Shaun T’s Insanity program I clearly felt a difference in balance, leg strength and core involvement in my run. I felt great. Mostly, I enjoyed being outside. Did I mention I love the heat of the sun? Oh the joy, the June solstice has yet to arrive. The dog days of summer are still to come.
Get up. Get out. Get going.
Tom
***Greetings! Since this piece was written the summer solstice has come and gone, and I have enjoyed many runs in the Mediterranean sun! More on Spain, Monaco, France and Italy in the weeks ahead.
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