I competed in my first duathalon for the year, www.tbfracing.com. Placed 4 of 13 overall women and 2 of 4 age 30-39. I was happy about the placing and worked hard but when I saw my run times I see more work needs to be done. I do still have a head cold and chest pain, but regardless my run times weren't impressive. And, this was only a four mile fairly flat run, and the duathalon nationals will be 2 run, 56 bike, then another 13 mile run in the hills. I can't get frustrated but must keep pushing on, and would like to increase my tempo run pace. I plan to run the duathalon course this weekend, or at least half, with a couple girlfriends so I can really see what work is left as far as hills are concerned. But, I'm not even sure if I should continue plugging along with my chest pain. My chest has been tight ever since my training run last Tuesday. I read in Joe Friel's book that "If the symptoms are below the neck, such as chest, coughing up stuff, etc. (my situation), don't even start. Exercising intensely in these conditions will increase the severity of the illness and can even cause extreme complications, including death." He also says after you recover to refrain from anaerobic efforts for the same time period as you fought the virus. Hmm, good thing I survived the race this weekend. This isn't good information and if I take heed to the advise this throws my training very off. But, if I don't listen, the consequences could be bad (Coxsackie virus in the heart, bronchitis, etc.) and I won't be running then!
Annelise is awake, so I gotta run (or, walk I guess since I'm sick)
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You are such a strong person, but even the strongest person knows when to rest. I am glad you are aware of what your body is telling you. Hang in there.
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