Sophomore slump? No way! This run felt great. Between mile 1 and 1.5 I didn't know if I'd make it to today's goal of 2 miles. The last half mile was the easiest though cause I just wanted to get to the finish line. There's a lot I'd like to reveal about my motivation for running. You know, those people, places and thoughts that keep you moving, but I think I'll save them for longer hauls. I'll keep those in my head for now. But they helped me get through 1 -1.5. Now I just have to gradually move them up to "the wall" and the environmental struggles that I dread facing. It's fine and dandy on a treadmill with the snow falling in front of me. Who knows what I'll think when it's concrete and nature v. April
Here are today's details:
Total Distance: 2.33 mi.
Warm Up: 4 mins.
Cool Down: About 3 mins.
Total time for 2.0 mi run: 21.9 mins
Total time for workout: 28.9 mins
Max speed: 6.5 mph
Stretches: still need a short regimen.
Workout Playlist (30 min. duration)
1. Hips Don't Lie - Shakira (warmup - need to replace this)
2. Oh! Gravity - Switchfoot
3. California - Phantom Planet
4. How You Remind Me - Nickelback
5. Hips Don't Lie - Shakira
6. Cryin - Mary J. Blige
7. We Belong Together - Mariah Carey
8. Shake It Off - Mariah Carey (cool down)
Tomorrow: Day Off
Saturday: Spinning
Next Run: Sunday 2 mi.
Thursday, December 10, 2009
Tuesday, December 8, 2009
Day 1 - 1st PTT run
I'm using this run just to see what I'm dealing with. It wasn't as bad as I thought it might be. I haven't run really since moving to PA. Don't forget I tend to "Hate Running." But I have been Spinning regularly. With a positive mentality I got through the first 1.5 mi. of "training." It's kind of funny to dwell on that, but I think the hardest part, with any new venture, is getting started. Plus this means I'm officially committed. Here are the details:
Total Distance: 1.74 mi.
Warm Up: 4 mins. Cool Down: About 3 mins.
Total time for 1.5 mi run: 18 mins
Total time for workout: 25 mins
Max speed: 5 mph
Stretches: none... oops need to come up with this for Thursday.
Workout Playlist (25 min. duration)
1. Damn It Feels Good to be a Gangsta - Geto Boys
2. Lean Back Remix - Fat Joe
3. Irreplaceable - Beyonce
4. Hey Mr. D.J. - Zhane
5. Baby Got Back - Sir Mix a Lot
Tomorrow: Spinning
Next Run: Thursday
Question of the Day: Am I missing any catergories for journaling my runs?
Total Distance: 1.74 mi.
Warm Up: 4 mins. Cool Down: About 3 mins.
Total time for 1.5 mi run: 18 mins
Total time for workout: 25 mins
Max speed: 5 mph
Stretches: none... oops need to come up with this for Thursday.
Workout Playlist (25 min. duration)
1. Damn It Feels Good to be a Gangsta - Geto Boys
2. Lean Back Remix - Fat Joe
3. Irreplaceable - Beyonce
4. Hey Mr. D.J. - Zhane
5. Baby Got Back - Sir Mix a Lot
Tomorrow: Spinning
Next Run: Thursday
Question of the Day: Am I missing any catergories for journaling my runs?
Pre-training-training
Here's a sample of the type of training I will follow until I decide which marathon I will run. http://www.halhigdon.com/spring/Springnovice.htm
I am going to make some changes to include my three usual spinning classes. Once I decide on a marathon and determine my training schedule, I will omit spinning. If you have any tips please shout it out! I'm starting out on my treadmill and currently DREAD the thought of running outside, especially for long distances. Please note that my initial goal is only to complete a marathon. I have no time goal.
I am going to make some changes to include my three usual spinning classes. Once I decide on a marathon and determine my training schedule, I will omit spinning. If you have any tips please shout it out! I'm starting out on my treadmill and currently DREAD the thought of running outside, especially for long distances. Please note that my initial goal is only to complete a marathon. I have no time goal.
Can She Do It?
Today marks the first day of my marathon pre-training-training. I haven't chosen a marathon yet. Sad start, right? Even worse news: I HATE RUNNING. The odds are stacked against me...
I've been reading Running magazines for years now, just tinkering with the idea of running that one marathon and checking off one very popular "Before I die..." list checkbox.
I've run and completed one 5k. Since then I've always been the support driver, cowbell ringer, and basically the onlooker.
I did find one article in Runner's World magazine Issue May 2007, Page 64 - 71, "101 Kicks in the Butt" by Calvin Hennick. This provides 101 tips, bits of inspiration and plenty more reasons NOT to give up on running. I'm using this article as my guide to getting started. Of course I'll use other resources to complete pre-training-training (PTT) and then my marathon training. But I know that my biggest hurdle is finding the motivation and not failing myself.
Healthwise, there's no reason I shouldn't be able to complete this goal. Unless mental health is an issue, because mentally, I always fizzle out.
So why blog about it? Well, I did say I was going to use "101" as a guide. So number 1 on the list is to "Create a Blog." This is supposed to keep me motivated by public exposure. This may be my smartest move. I hate to dissapoint.
It would be great if all-you-all could give thoughts, suggestions and a watchful eye. My PTT starts today with a 1.5 mile run that does not include the warm up and cool down. I'm perfectly capable of doing this without stopping, crying or puking. But I've not really done more than 2 miles since the Race for the Cure in... ummm... 2006.
April
I've been reading Running magazines for years now, just tinkering with the idea of running that one marathon and checking off one very popular "Before I die..." list checkbox.
I've run and completed one 5k. Since then I've always been the support driver, cowbell ringer, and basically the onlooker.
I did find one article in Runner's World magazine Issue May 2007, Page 64 - 71, "101 Kicks in the Butt" by Calvin Hennick. This provides 101 tips, bits of inspiration and plenty more reasons NOT to give up on running. I'm using this article as my guide to getting started. Of course I'll use other resources to complete pre-training-training (PTT) and then my marathon training. But I know that my biggest hurdle is finding the motivation and not failing myself.
Healthwise, there's no reason I shouldn't be able to complete this goal. Unless mental health is an issue, because mentally, I always fizzle out.
So why blog about it? Well, I did say I was going to use "101" as a guide. So number 1 on the list is to "Create a Blog." This is supposed to keep me motivated by public exposure. This may be my smartest move. I hate to dissapoint.
It would be great if all-you-all could give thoughts, suggestions and a watchful eye. My PTT starts today with a 1.5 mile run that does not include the warm up and cool down. I'm perfectly capable of doing this without stopping, crying or puking. But I've not really done more than 2 miles since the Race for the Cure in... ummm... 2006.
April
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