(The very first) Week #1

I’m finally starting... or at least I should be. There are just over three months left until my first race in Seville on January 26th, and I had an ambitious plan to kick off my three-month training block with an initial preparation week. The idea was to organize everything I need, assess my current condition, and get in my first few runs. But last week, while playing soccer, I had a minor collision with a teammate, which caused me to fall hard on my chest. Unfortunately, I bruised my ribs, and the pain has lasted for more than a week now, and it's quite annoying.

Since I plan to consult AI for every decision during this journey, I asked for advice on how to handle my current condition. Naturally, the recommendation was to rest, and, most frustratingly, to stop all physical activities, especially running - what a bummer. Before seeking this advice (of course you witty), I managed to fit in two runs: one at a recovery pace and another more intense session with intervals. Potentially it might have been a mistake and now - given the situation - I have to restart my training on Wednesday (hopefully).

The problem is that every morning when I wake up, I still feel the same pain, and from what I’ve read, it could last for several weeks! To make matters worse, I’ve signed up for a local 10K run this Sunday - a race I was really excited about. I hoped to prepare better and maybe even push for a faster pace to beat my current PR. But now, it might not happen at all. Honestly, at this point, I’ll be happy just to participate.

So, my current plan looks something like this. Of course, it was suggested by the AI, built on top of my current fitness data. I’ve set my pace boundaries in kilometers, so if you measure in miles, you’ll just need to convert them - you can even use Google for that.

I recently visited my local stadium and found out that I can train there (on the treadmill) every weekday, and it costs next to nothing. This is a good news for me, as it will help build my strength, improve my VO2 max, and lower my heart rate zones. But for now, it's just a plan - let’s see how things unfold.

The bruised ribs are a setback, and the 10K race this weekend might be out of reach, but I’m not letting that stop me. I’m committed to this, even if it means adapting my plans along the way. The important thing is to keep moving. However, it's crucial to listen to your body - if something feels wrong, see a doctor, get advice, and maybe take a break. There’s always plenty of time. Let’s go!