Yesterday was the third run day of training. It stunk. I couldn't get myself motivated to run. I started out planning to run for 40 minutes (which is the training plan). I just couldn'g get my feet to move faster. So I did my 45 minutes of "cross training" (walking) instead. I will have to run tonight, since today was supposed to be the cross training day.
I have to get my head into the run. I was reading my posts from last year - and I remember feeling that excited. I just had a bad day yesterday - I know I will get my head back soon. I just need to write about it. Last years blogs don't have any negative ones, but I am pretty sure I had crappy days then, too. I just came home last night feeling fat and stupid and not sweaty enough. Running for me is mental, so I am writing this down to get it out and move past it. I just couldn't make my feet go faster. I didn't want to hear the slapping of tummy fat on thighs, or worry about turning an ankle, or try to run until I couldn't breathe. I did have a touch of loose bowels, so I was fighting that. But, I had that on the marathon day and it didn't stop me. I need to get my mantra back out that I hate running, I hate running, I hate running. That sometimes motivates me to run.
OK, today is another day.
Thursday, September 3, 2009
Tuesday, September 1, 2009
Day three
I got my son off to the first day of school. My hubby started a job at the school today - first paid job in a while, since he is a stay at home dad. (which is the hardest job in the world, and doesn't pay in money)
I wanted to be around to talk to hubby when he got home, so I used the treadmill for my 35 minute work out. Yeah, it isn't as motivating as using the Garmin and going outside. And, hubby made it home as I finished my last 30 seconds of cool down.
I did over two miles, but not as much as the first day of training. I did a preset 30 minute work out, that involved lots of inclines. It was good - I keep hearing my sister say, "run up the hills, run up the hills". So, I tried to run when it got to 8, 9 or 10 incline. I also read on the treadmill.
I forgot that if you hit a button on the treadmill, it resets, so I am pretty sure I did 2+ miles, but I have to add two sets. Oh well. I am going to be happy I fit in a workout. It is a busy day.
Tomorrow is 40 minutes, I will do it with the dog in tow.
I wanted to be around to talk to hubby when he got home, so I used the treadmill for my 35 minute work out. Yeah, it isn't as motivating as using the Garmin and going outside. And, hubby made it home as I finished my last 30 seconds of cool down.
I did over two miles, but not as much as the first day of training. I did a preset 30 minute work out, that involved lots of inclines. It was good - I keep hearing my sister say, "run up the hills, run up the hills". So, I tried to run when it got to 8, 9 or 10 incline. I also read on the treadmill.
I forgot that if you hit a button on the treadmill, it resets, so I am pretty sure I did 2+ miles, but I have to add two sets. Oh well. I am going to be happy I fit in a workout. It is a busy day.
Tomorrow is 40 minutes, I will do it with the dog in tow.
Monday, August 31, 2009
20 Weeks to Disney
First official training run done! It was to be 35 minutes. I figured, I wanted to do ~2.18 miles - that would be 35 minutes at the Disney 16 minute/mile pace. I ended up doing 2 miles in 32:45. So, I was a little over. At 38 minutes, I slowed down to finish the rest of the training as a cool down to get home for only 4 minutes. I am feeling the lack of post run real stretching today.
I almost forgot I had quadricepts! They are reminding me they exist today.
Other than that, it was a good first time out in a while. I have been walking the dog, but not really pushing myself. Now, with training, I am going to be pushing myself all the time.
I forgot how mental running is though. Some folks love to run because it gives them time to think. Some folks love to run because they can just run and don't have to think. I hate running. I did my "run" and when I got to the top of the hill near my house, I was at 38 minutes, and started crying. I was exhausted, and felt good that I had done what I needed to do, so of course I had to cry! Stupid running. That happens to me at the end of a good run.
Stupid running.
And now, I am psyched to do the second day of training - REST DAY. Woo hoo!
I almost forgot I had quadricepts! They are reminding me they exist today.
Other than that, it was a good first time out in a while. I have been walking the dog, but not really pushing myself. Now, with training, I am going to be pushing myself all the time.
I forgot how mental running is though. Some folks love to run because it gives them time to think. Some folks love to run because they can just run and don't have to think. I hate running. I did my "run" and when I got to the top of the hill near my house, I was at 38 minutes, and started crying. I was exhausted, and felt good that I had done what I needed to do, so of course I had to cry! Stupid running. That happens to me at the end of a good run.
Stupid running.
And now, I am psyched to do the second day of training - REST DAY. Woo hoo!
Monday, July 27, 2009
Beach To Beacon...?
I am excited to see my brother and sisters this weekend. They are going to run the beach to beacon. I have to tell my quick training update. For supper on Friday, my husband baked bacon to have BLTs. My son liked it so much, he had him make more bacon for Sunday morning breakfast. So, for two times this weekend, I ran the Beach to Bacon! (It was good incentive to move faster...)
Also this weekend, I wrote out the training plan in the calendar. I know the 20 weeks from the marathon date, so I can start my official training on August 30th!
It so happens that a friend at work is running a 1/2 marathon the weekend of November 8th, in Maine. That is the weekend of 13 mile run in the marathon training. I am going to sign up for it!
So, this time I will have not JUST 5K races under my belt before starting the marathon.
Also this weekend, I wrote out the training plan in the calendar. I know the 20 weeks from the marathon date, so I can start my official training on August 30th!
It so happens that a friend at work is running a 1/2 marathon the weekend of November 8th, in Maine. That is the weekend of 13 mile run in the marathon training. I am going to sign up for it!
So, this time I will have not JUST 5K races under my belt before starting the marathon.
Wednesday, July 8, 2009
Motivation
OK, I decided it was time to pull out the big guns for motivation - I re-read my blogs from the marathon, and then from last summer. But, i didn't blog in summer - I was too busy with weight watchers, and trying to up my running.
I have been out with the dog and wearing my garmin. I see that the distance and time I did two days ago is the same as I was all excited to be doing last May. So, I am feeling pretty good that I will be marathoning again.
Reading about the maraton day just reminded me of what a unique experience I had at the back of the pack. I think I could do without that experience again, but if I work and work, and still end up dead last, I won't be too terribly upset.
T, A, and H - you guys are incredible. You gave me so much support. I don't think I told you how much it all meant to me. (keep it up, please)
I wrote the meter blog yesterday. I have to think of things to think about when I am running - I remember that was the psychological problem with running last time.
I have been out with the dog and wearing my garmin. I see that the distance and time I did two days ago is the same as I was all excited to be doing last May. So, I am feeling pretty good that I will be marathoning again.
Reading about the maraton day just reminded me of what a unique experience I had at the back of the pack. I think I could do without that experience again, but if I work and work, and still end up dead last, I won't be too terribly upset.
T, A, and H - you guys are incredible. You gave me so much support. I don't think I told you how much it all meant to me. (keep it up, please)
I wrote the meter blog yesterday. I have to think of things to think about when I am running - I remember that was the psychological problem with running last time.
Tuesday, July 7, 2009
Oh those metrics
I've been wearing the Garmin when I walk the dog, and it really does motivate me to go further.
Now, I should start wearing a thermometer - no I know how hot I feel... A hygrometer - no, I can tell how hydrated (or not) I am... A pedometer! Folks who wear a pedometer walk more steps (a mile or more extra) during the day. I'm getting there...
I was recently reminded how the running reduced my readings on the sphygmomanometer. Also, it reduces the measurement on my heart tachometer. If I keep it up, I will hopefully reduce my diameter. Especially if I increase the readings on my Garmin speedometer.
PS - can you think of a "meter" to measure meters?
Now, I should start wearing a thermometer - no I know how hot I feel... A hygrometer - no, I can tell how hydrated (or not) I am... A pedometer! Folks who wear a pedometer walk more steps (a mile or more extra) during the day. I'm getting there...
I was recently reminded how the running reduced my readings on the sphygmomanometer. Also, it reduces the measurement on my heart tachometer. If I keep it up, I will hopefully reduce my diameter. Especially if I increase the readings on my Garmin speedometer.
PS - can you think of a "meter" to measure meters?
Monday, June 15, 2009
Five Months Later...
It's been five months since the marathon. I can't believe how much it took out of me.
I finally strapped on the Garmin for a walk yesterday. I've been walking the dog, but no where near the four miles I was doing this time last year. I did four miles last night with some friends. It took just over an hour. 4mph was my run/walk last year. Last night felt fast, and it was all walking (I never was a fast runner). there were a bunch of hills, and my ankles are a little tender this morning, but I feel great. I was able to do it - I was worried I wouldn't keep up. These gals walk regularly. I was able to carry on conversation and keep the pace (although it felt fast).
I am glad the Garmin still works - I hadn't worn it since the race. I forgot how inspiring that one peice of equipment is! I will wear it when i walk the dog tonight and go. Let's see if it makes me go more...(I did a total of just over six miles yesterday since I walked the dog before I met the girls.)
I finally strapped on the Garmin for a walk yesterday. I've been walking the dog, but no where near the four miles I was doing this time last year. I did four miles last night with some friends. It took just over an hour. 4mph was my run/walk last year. Last night felt fast, and it was all walking (I never was a fast runner). there were a bunch of hills, and my ankles are a little tender this morning, but I feel great. I was able to do it - I was worried I wouldn't keep up. These gals walk regularly. I was able to carry on conversation and keep the pace (although it felt fast).
I am glad the Garmin still works - I hadn't worn it since the race. I forgot how inspiring that one peice of equipment is! I will wear it when i walk the dog tonight and go. Let's see if it makes me go more...(I did a total of just over six miles yesterday since I walked the dog before I met the girls.)
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