I officially started my barefoot transition on 9/14, which means I'm approaching the 2-month mark right around the corner. I have been running every 3rd day and adding a 1/4 mile every 3rd run, or approximately 1/4 mile per week. This will bring my total barefoot mileage to 26.5 by the end of this week and my longest run 2.5 miles.
Am I being too conservative in my transition? I read a lot of common statistics indicating that many / most runners will find they are capable of running comparable distances to their pre-transition (shod) mileage by month 3. When I read this I feel I am on a transition plan that is too conservative and that I am behind the curve. I completed a 1/2 marathon prior to my transition and regularly ran 20-40 mile weeks.
I know the transition time is different for everyone. Most importantly, I am and want to continue to be healthy and injury free. Ultimately, I will want to begin running more frequently, so I'm not sure whether I need to stay on plan or make adjustments now.
Any advice?
Am I being too conservative in my transition? I read a lot of common statistics indicating that many / most runners will find they are capable of running comparable distances to their pre-transition (shod) mileage by month 3. When I read this I feel I am on a transition plan that is too conservative and that I am behind the curve. I completed a 1/2 marathon prior to my transition and regularly ran 20-40 mile weeks.
I know the transition time is different for everyone. Most importantly, I am and want to continue to be healthy and injury free. Ultimately, I will want to begin running more frequently, so I'm not sure whether I need to stay on plan or make adjustments now.
Any advice?