That's right. I ran for 3 minutes in a row for one of my intervals today! It felt good! I couldn't run the full second 3 minutes though.
I'm thinking about a 5k in march, but I'm not sure I'll be ready...
Tuesday, January 24, 2012
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Wednesday, January 11, 2012
Running With Friends (even if you can't talk)
A friend (of the human variety) has joined me on my runs. While I'm unable to talk to her because I'm trying too hard to breathe, she's been a wonderful addition. She's pushing me (she's much more fit than I am), motivating me (just make it to the brown van, ok now the intersection), and it's nice to have someone call 911 if I need it.
My best run yet was today with her by my side. Here's to having a supportive friend, no matter what your endeavor.
My best run yet was today with her by my side. Here's to having a supportive friend, no matter what your endeavor.
Tuesday, January 10, 2012
Oh Yeah!
I'm still running!!! This is the longest I've ever stuck with something. I gotta tell you, I feel better when I do it. Thanks to www.pinterest.com, I've found a lot of inspirational quotes to keep me going. I've also put post-its in my car to keep me focused. Of course, if someone walks by my car and sees "You deserve better" on my dash, they may be concerned about my love life. =)
I'm repeating week 2, which is s 90 second run, 2 minute walk. I'm less sore, although where I am sore is in completely different places. Who knew my calf could hurt where it attaches to my shin - not a shin splint though.
My new shoes are working well for me. I think they're working on aligning my feet, which could be the pain in my calf. They must be helping my speed too, because my best interval yesterday was 11:33! (That technically means I could run a mile in 11 minutes, 33 seconds. Technically.)
I set the app on my phone to let me know when I'm below a certain pace - I think a 14 minute mile. It kindly reminds me by beeping, and beeping, and beeping...I turned that thing off yesterday. Just let me pretend to run, don't remind me how slow I'm going.
I'm not getting any more distance on my runs (1.77 miles), but I'm still running, so that's at least something.
I've noticed when I walk I'm quite the clod hopper. I'll work on being light on my feet both when running and walking. If I get fit enough and can be light on my feet, maybe I'll get a spot on Dancing With the Stars too! HA!!!
I'm repeating week 2, which is s 90 second run, 2 minute walk. I'm less sore, although where I am sore is in completely different places. Who knew my calf could hurt where it attaches to my shin - not a shin splint though.
My new shoes are working well for me. I think they're working on aligning my feet, which could be the pain in my calf. They must be helping my speed too, because my best interval yesterday was 11:33! (That technically means I could run a mile in 11 minutes, 33 seconds. Technically.)
I set the app on my phone to let me know when I'm below a certain pace - I think a 14 minute mile. It kindly reminds me by beeping, and beeping, and beeping...I turned that thing off yesterday. Just let me pretend to run, don't remind me how slow I'm going.
I'm not getting any more distance on my runs (1.77 miles), but I'm still running, so that's at least something.
I've noticed when I walk I'm quite the clod hopper. I'll work on being light on my feet both when running and walking. If I get fit enough and can be light on my feet, maybe I'll get a spot on Dancing With the Stars too! HA!!!
Monday, January 2, 2012
Cold Weather Runs
I recently ran in the cold. I did not like it. I hurt running it, and it was worse when I was done. I ended up running uphill for a bit too. Extra yuck. While my body was warm, my lungs and throat were killing. I even received a nice cough for my efforts.
Lesson: run inside when it's below freezing. The problem is, where I live it's hard to find an indoor loop. I don't want to treadmill, I want to at least GO somewhere for my efforts, even if it is in circles. I could go to campus and pay to join the rec center, but the solitude and non-judgmetal environment I crave will be gone (overweight 30 something running with fit, young, college students). No thanks! I think I'm going to try running at work. Either on my floor or in the gym. The school is a square, so it shouldn't be difficult.
I also had a new running buddy last week - a German Shephard we were puppy sitting. Kane did really well!
My pace is getting a bit faster, and I expect to see that improve on my indoor running days.
I bought my first pair of running sneakers - Nike. They are very comfy and SUPER light. I think I'll feel a real difference in them.
Happy New Year all! Best wishes for a healthy year.
Lesson: run inside when it's below freezing. The problem is, where I live it's hard to find an indoor loop. I don't want to treadmill, I want to at least GO somewhere for my efforts, even if it is in circles. I could go to campus and pay to join the rec center, but the solitude and non-judgmetal environment I crave will be gone (overweight 30 something running with fit, young, college students). No thanks! I think I'm going to try running at work. Either on my floor or in the gym. The school is a square, so it shouldn't be difficult.
I also had a new running buddy last week - a German Shephard we were puppy sitting. Kane did really well!
My pace is getting a bit faster, and I expect to see that improve on my indoor running days.
I bought my first pair of running sneakers - Nike. They are very comfy and SUPER light. I think I'll feel a real difference in them.
Happy New Year all! Best wishes for a healthy year.
Wednesday, December 14, 2011
Only Day Two??
I took yesterday off and took a stroll instead of a jog. My leg muscles thanked me.
Today I didn't want to do the routine. I hoped it would rain harder; I tried eating; I tried napping; I tried doing the elliptical. Nothing worked. (The elliptical made my quads scream.) So I put on my super reflective vest, ear warmers, got Saba all ready, and out I went.
Before I got down the driveway I had to come back for the flashlight. I got a little mag light. I couldn't figure out how to turn the darn thing on. I got the whole lens off, but no light. Eventually I figured it out, and Saba and I headed back out. The light was worthless. It barely lit my feet let alone any distance. I'll look for one of my dollar flashlights tomorrow - I know how to turn them on and they light better.
Near the beginning of the warm up I stopped to do a little Saba clean up. He seemed a little alert, but I was focused trying not to get any poop on me. When I finally looked up there was a man in black with a black dog walking our way. I almost eeked.
Overall the routine was good. My pace was about the same as my first routine, but I wasn't in as much pain. I'm working on my posture and techique. I think I need different sneakers. I also need to push a little harder - today wasn't as much of a workout. It was difficult with limited light, wet roads, and different hills. (Speaking of hills, unfortunately my "cool down" was mostly uphill - I'll have to work on my route.)
So, I made poor dinner choices, but the routine was complete. I'm glad my attempts to not complete it didn't work.
Today I didn't want to do the routine. I hoped it would rain harder; I tried eating; I tried napping; I tried doing the elliptical. Nothing worked. (The elliptical made my quads scream.) So I put on my super reflective vest, ear warmers, got Saba all ready, and out I went.
Before I got down the driveway I had to come back for the flashlight. I got a little mag light. I couldn't figure out how to turn the darn thing on. I got the whole lens off, but no light. Eventually I figured it out, and Saba and I headed back out. The light was worthless. It barely lit my feet let alone any distance. I'll look for one of my dollar flashlights tomorrow - I know how to turn them on and they light better.
Near the beginning of the warm up I stopped to do a little Saba clean up. He seemed a little alert, but I was focused trying not to get any poop on me. When I finally looked up there was a man in black with a black dog walking our way. I almost eeked.
Overall the routine was good. My pace was about the same as my first routine, but I wasn't in as much pain. I'm working on my posture and techique. I think I need different sneakers. I also need to push a little harder - today wasn't as much of a workout. It was difficult with limited light, wet roads, and different hills. (Speaking of hills, unfortunately my "cool down" was mostly uphill - I'll have to work on my route.)
So, I made poor dinner choices, but the routine was complete. I'm glad my attempts to not complete it didn't work.
Monday, December 12, 2011
Tracie Tried to Run
And I did!!!
Today was day one of the Couch to 5K program, and not only did I survive, I did well! I was hesitant about starting out with week one which consists of running for 60 seconds and walking for 90. I felt that maybe I should warm up for a week with just walking perhaps. I decided to try the actual workout and if I felt it was too much, just walk.
First, though, I needed to dress appropriately. It was chilly out today, and this being my first go at this event, I had no idea how to dress. I had on decent sneakers, a pair of grey jogging pants I purchased at the thrift store, a yellow sweatshirt, a white scarf, black gloves, and white ear coverings. I was the looking the part and feeling good! I had to figure out how to hold Tasha, carry poop bags, and press my phone buttons though. It was quite a workout just getting organized and out the door. (Halfway through the workout the gloves came off.)
I was quite surprised at how not-as-hard-as-I-imagined-it-would-be it was! I didn't get a side sticker, my shins didn't disintegrate into dusty splints (although we'll see tomorrow), and although my thighs and glutes were working and were pushed, they weren't causing me to reconsider my decision to go with it.
I came home and tried hitting the heavy bag too. You never know when you might get mugged while running with a doggie bag of poop in your hands and will need to defend yourself. Better to be prepared.
Today was day one of the Couch to 5K program, and not only did I survive, I did well! I was hesitant about starting out with week one which consists of running for 60 seconds and walking for 90. I felt that maybe I should warm up for a week with just walking perhaps. I decided to try the actual workout and if I felt it was too much, just walk.
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| This is me in my workout garb, minus the antlers |
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| This is Tasha waiting to go! |
I was quite surprised at how not-as-hard-as-I-imagined-it-would-be it was! I didn't get a side sticker, my shins didn't disintegrate into dusty splints (although we'll see tomorrow), and although my thighs and glutes were working and were pushed, they weren't causing me to reconsider my decision to go with it.
I came home and tried hitting the heavy bag too. You never know when you might get mugged while running with a doggie bag of poop in your hands and will need to defend yourself. Better to be prepared.
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