After my recovery from a nasty chest cold with ugly cough I have been able to work out again for a week or so. I was about to get back into a routine when my lower back started giving me major grief. It has been 2 weeks now, and I am still not in perfect shape to resume my regular workout schedule. Running has not been possible for the last weeks. Skiing was a write off because of my back problems. But I was able to swim. In fact, I was able to put down (for me) solid 6:41 on 400m as a benchmark for the months to come. For a lot of people out there, this is not a fast time but for me it is!
My focus is now on regular swim workouts with good mileage compensating for the lack of running ability for as long as my back is not 100%. I will try some easy skate skiing over the next days to get some cardio exercise under my belt.
It has been frustrating but I am not a pro, I do all this for fun...
2011 will be different. I will be on a customized training schedule with 5-6 workout days per week starting January. The initial focus will have to be on core strength in order to prevent future lower back problems. I know that my core is not adequately developed for my other muscles, and here lies the problem...
I am determined to make a change and will.... because I am still on track for my goals in 2011.
Seasons greetings,nice blog! Best of luck coming back to top fitness!Cam.
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