I am training for the marathon using the schedule designed by David Whitsett, found in The Non-Runner's Marathon Guide. It is designed to have three days off a week. Two of the off days surround the long run day. I have designed mine to have Saturday be my long run, so Friday and Sunday are always days off.
I have discovered something interesting. I feel anxious on days off. Anxious like, I am not doing all I can to be ready for the marathon. I am reciting a mantra of sorts "Part of my training is my recovery days."
I'll let you know if that addressed my anxiousness.
I am also hoping that once I really get into big numbers, I will relish the days off.
Stretching, resting, and eating right are all part of the training.
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