6 mile workout

After completing a 4 mile workout last weekend, we attempted a 6 mile distance. This time I attempted to combine the walk-run technique instead of just walking. We were at the beautiful Coyote Creek Trail. I started the workout with a 15 min warm-up, followed by stretches. The coach recommended that we should never stretch cold muscles. I covered the distance in 1 hour 27 mins @ 14.09 miles/minute (not counting the 10 mins I spent stretching after the 15 min warm up).

I have to admit that at various intervals, my knees and shin did hurt..the worst was right around the 3.5 mile mark, but I was able to slow my pace down, listening to my body for cues and eventually the pain was gone. It was a hot sunny day, so had to keep myself hydrated. Do carry your fuel belt..There are a couple of water fountains on the trail but it is handy to keep a 16 oz water bottle if you are going on a 6-8 mile run/walk.

For people living in the San Jose area, this is a wonderful park. The trails are gorgeous with good combination of shade and sunshine. The trail itself 15 miles and I heard some say that it goes all the way to the base of Anderson Dam. Maybe, one of these days, I will make it all the way!

Next goal is to complete 8 miles this coming Saturday at the Guadalupe River Park Trail