Todays training -
1. Run - bike path 21.10 miles (Bikilas LS)
2. Windmill -@12kgs 2x5
3. Pushup circuit - 30/10/10/10 (reg/close/wide/pike)
4. Pullups/close grip chins- 7/6
5. Plank - 1:00
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First run in the Bikila LS and I was afraid I was going to be dissapointed. The shoe felt like it had a bit of a thinner soul and that 20+ might not be doable right off the bat. Around 4 miles or so things began to click in place and the coconut fiber uppers woked their magic too. In the past with the old Bikilas my feet would sometimes blister around the 18-20 mile mark due to moisture (ummm...sweat) and a somewhat stiff upper. No issues this time as the coconut fiber really helped wick the moisture away and is incredibly soft and comfortable. The lacing system helped in this aspect as well keeping it a bit looser where it would previously chafe. I'm impressed that Vibrams took a great shoe and imroved it measurably - no small feat (get it?)
Another runner pulled up along side me at the 15 mile mark to talk shoe - specifically Vibrams. Turns out we raced together at Nelson's 50k back in 2010 - I was heavily shod in the Cascadia's then as he noted and he mentioned that he could see a definite change in my stride since turning minimalistic. It takes time - but it will happened if approached with patience and care.
So what are you guys waiting on?
Try 'em!
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