New what? New year or new shoes? Again...?!

Whoaaa...new year already eh? Runs has been steady ever since I tracked back to my program. Week 9 was as scheduled except for some adjustments to suit with other chores i.e. public holidays & upcoming school days. Week milage were shortened (Stepback week) to prepare for Week 10's longer & harder runs. I just hope that my body can coop with the increasing demand of the training program especially diet & rest wise.

In welcoming the 15 miles for next long run, I have equipped my feet with a new gear. My current trusted supernova requires alternate trainers for more milage ahead. After my disturbed mind & emotions ever since I met Gel Kayano 14 at quite a 50-50 offer (RM420, reduced from RM599), I was longing to look for an equal but yet affordable trainers. After days & hours of search on the internet & shops, I came to my decision & verdic with Mizuno Wave Inspire 4 (March 2008). Through good relations & recommendations from fellow buddies with local outlets, I was offered with an unimaginable price...RM200 (reduced from RM379). Gladly enough, I will put my effort to the training with 200% commitments :P

Wave Inspire 4 gave a new inspiration during it's first 16km long run which was yesterday. Though the shoes were about half size bigger than my adidas, it's narrow cutting gloved my feet magnificently. The flat feeling of the shoe was a bit different compared to my supported supernova due to it's "wave" technology but the cushioning was surprisingly awesome. Stability & support worked well since I didn't encounter any knee or backpain during post-run. Responsiveness was incredible, maybe due to it's lightweight criteria which resulted to my last 5km dashed along Putrajaya Boulevard & spoilt the pace of my fellow buddies...hehehe.

Swim wise : We attempted swimming after the run as part of the recovery or cross training agenda. Though the pool was a bit murky, nothing can't stop us. My first 100m attempt experience needed to be more relaxed & confident. First 50m was ok but not the second. Halfway through my stroke was a bit out of rythm which brough to a bit of panicky situation & resulted to unrelaxed breathing. By reaching the wall, I was gasping for air & dizzy. Needs improvement.