Scheduled: 30-45 min
2 min warmup
8 min run 5.2
10 min run 5.5
10 min run 5.8
3.5 min run 5.5
Total: 3 miles (11.17 min/mile)
My goal today was to run 3 miles. I was able to do it faster than I had planned. I did not think that I could run the full 10 minutes at 5.8. I was going to try at least for 5 minutes. My side ache came back at this time but after I hit the 5 min mark, I just wanted to push myself and keep going. It really tires me out and I need to be careful that I don't total exhuast myself by pushing too hard but it is easier to push on these shorter runs because the end is so much closer. It was a good run though and I have not been making it to 3 miles on these runs lately so I was happy that I made it. I was able to lift weights for a short time and even though it was not as much as I wanted, it felt great!
Thursday, February 26, 2009
Day 51
Scheduled: 45-60 min XT
Dance Jam for 60 mins.
I got really tired during this workout. I am not sure why I was tired but my energy level was really lacking. I ate enough food during the day that being on empty was definitely not the problem. I still love this class though and it really gives me a pick me up. The energy level is fabulous and I am able to just let myself go. It is great for letting go of things on my mind or stress. I do not do that when I am running because I have time to let my mind think about things that are going on and there is nothing to distract it.
Dance Jam for 60 mins.
I got really tired during this workout. I am not sure why I was tired but my energy level was really lacking. I ate enough food during the day that being on empty was definitely not the problem. I still love this class though and it really gives me a pick me up. The energy level is fabulous and I am able to just let myself go. It is great for letting go of things on my mind or stress. I do not do that when I am running because I have time to let my mind think about things that are going on and there is nothing to distract it.
Tuesday, February 24, 2009
Day 50
Scheduled: 45-60 min
2 min warmup
8 min run 5.1
10 min run 5.2
5 min run 5.3
5 min run 5.4
3 min run 5.8
4 min run 6.0
3 min run 5.7
5 min run 5.5 (3.99 miles)
2 min run 4.5
Totals: 4.16 miles (11.30 min/mile)
I was tired the moment on got on the treadmill this morning. I did not begin to feel like I could keep going until almost 20 minutes into the run. When I was running at the higher speeds, my side ache came back and I was struggling. I also wanted to stop during that time. I don't know if it was because I was tired or because I just do not run well at a faster pace. I think that I still have some work to do to get my cardivascular better.
My goal today was to reach 4 miles. I did not care if it took more than the time I was suppose to run but I did well at reaching it early on. I probably should have kept running but I was exhausted.
2 min warmup
8 min run 5.1
10 min run 5.2
5 min run 5.3
5 min run 5.4
3 min run 5.8
4 min run 6.0
3 min run 5.7
5 min run 5.5 (3.99 miles)
2 min run 4.5
Totals: 4.16 miles (11.30 min/mile)
I was tired the moment on got on the treadmill this morning. I did not begin to feel like I could keep going until almost 20 minutes into the run. When I was running at the higher speeds, my side ache came back and I was struggling. I also wanted to stop during that time. I don't know if it was because I was tired or because I just do not run well at a faster pace. I think that I still have some work to do to get my cardivascular better.
My goal today was to reach 4 miles. I did not care if it took more than the time I was suppose to run but I did well at reaching it early on. I probably should have kept running but I was exhausted.
Monday, February 23, 2009
Day 49
Scheduled: 30-45 min
2 min warmup
10 min run 5.2
10 min run 5.4
5 min run 5.8
3 min run 5.5
Total: 2.64 miles (11.36 min/mile)
I was really tired this morning but I knew I needed to get up and get to the gym. I was feeling good through the run and by the end I felt like I could keep going for a while. I lifted weights again today and that was again wonderful. I just love lifting. I like the idea of getting stronger. I was glad my run went well too because I am trying to mentally prepare for the 18 miles this weekend.
2 min warmup
10 min run 5.2
10 min run 5.4
5 min run 5.8
3 min run 5.5
Total: 2.64 miles (11.36 min/mile)
I was really tired this morning but I knew I needed to get up and get to the gym. I was feeling good through the run and by the end I felt like I could keep going for a while. I lifted weights again today and that was again wonderful. I just love lifting. I like the idea of getting stronger. I was glad my run went well too because I am trying to mentally prepare for the 18 miles this weekend.
Saturday, February 21, 2009
Day 48
Scheduled: 7-8 miles
Total: 7.95 miles (11.82 min/mile)
My run felt really good this morning. I still did not eat anything before so I need to figure something out in that area. I struggled a little bit at the beginning but by the end I was feeling good. For my last half mile, I really pushed myself to move faster. I turned on a upbeat song and ran to its speed. I need to work on pushing myself a little bit more on those long runs especially at the ends. I know I can do it, I just need to keep moving.
Total: 7.95 miles (11.82 min/mile)
My run felt really good this morning. I still did not eat anything before so I need to figure something out in that area. I struggled a little bit at the beginning but by the end I was feeling good. For my last half mile, I really pushed myself to move faster. I turned on a upbeat song and ran to its speed. I need to work on pushing myself a little bit more on those long runs especially at the ends. I know I can do it, I just need to keep moving.
Day 47
Scheduled: stretch
I did the reformer with Maria. It is pilates on a machine. I have never done it before and I really enjoyed it. I have a lot of work to do to get better at it. I hope to be able to do more on my stretch days and when I am done training for this marathon. It was nice to do something different.
I did the reformer with Maria. It is pilates on a machine. I have never done it before and I really enjoyed it. I have a lot of work to do to get better at it. I hope to be able to do more on my stretch days and when I am done training for this marathon. It was nice to do something different.
Thursday, February 19, 2009
Day 46
Scheduled: 30-45 min
1 min warmup
3 min run 5.1
3 min run 5.2
3 min run 5.3
10 min run 5.5
8 min run 5.7
6 min run 5.6
Totals: 3.05 miles (11.15 min/mile)
My goal this morning was to run 3 miles. I reached it sooner than I thought it would and it felt great. My legs were a little tired. I probably should not have biked yesterday. It makes my legs tired. I wanted to give up in the first 10 minutes today but I pushed along. I loved how I was feeling when I got finished. I lifted weights again today. Not for long though because I did not have much time. I have been doing more leg work and I am starting to see the difference in my legs every day. They are definitely firming up, which is awesome!
My run today helped me relieve some stress and made me feel good about facing the day. I am struggling emotionally and I am glad that I have a physical outlet for it.
1 min warmup
3 min run 5.1
3 min run 5.2
3 min run 5.3
10 min run 5.5
8 min run 5.7
6 min run 5.6
Totals: 3.05 miles (11.15 min/mile)
My goal this morning was to run 3 miles. I reached it sooner than I thought it would and it felt great. My legs were a little tired. I probably should not have biked yesterday. It makes my legs tired. I wanted to give up in the first 10 minutes today but I pushed along. I loved how I was feeling when I got finished. I lifted weights again today. Not for long though because I did not have much time. I have been doing more leg work and I am starting to see the difference in my legs every day. They are definitely firming up, which is awesome!
My run today helped me relieve some stress and made me feel good about facing the day. I am struggling emotionally and I am glad that I have a physical outlet for it.
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