Wow – we had 28 Toronto Power Walkers out on Saturday morning! Most walked, and a few just came for breakfast – that’s okay too. Warmer weather reminds us that our Spring races are not far away. We walked through the park for 6.5k and along the Lakeshore at varying speeds and distances. Despite the ice in some shadier, less travelled, parts of High Park, we managed to get some hill training done too.
Now that the distances are getting longer, don’t forget to hydrate, and bring ‘fuel’ because your body needs it every 45 minutes to an hour. Don’t wait until you feel that you need it, do it before! Some like to drink water or drinks with electrolytes like Gatorade or Powerade. Fuel comes in many forms - power bars, gels, Sharkies, Sport Beans or other fuel of choice. I personally bring a mix of almonds, raisins, dried apricots, chocolate chips, Sport Beans, and cut up chunks of my favourite Clif bar. Now is the time to experiment with drinks and food. What do you like to eat while walking?
Training this week
This week’s training is listed on the sidebar of the blog.
The Tuesday Interval training group is growing. If you haven’t been out yet, check it out. It’s a very efficient use of your time, and it is something you might not do on your own!
Thursday trainings – are you getting out there? With the change of clocks, the evenings will be light longer....no more excuses about it being dark out there!
Saturday – back to Mt Pleasant Cemetery. We only have 3 weeks left there!
Harry’s Spring Run-Off – April 4th
Even if you’re not participating (and I know many are) come out and cheer! We’d like to have a good turnout. If you still want to ‘Walk the Distance’ that week, a few of us will be walking on Sunday.
