Today I ran with a friend that hasn't been running for about a year. She is in SUPER good shape, and I know I held her back- her point of running is because she enjoys it. She's not out for any goals- just to get out there.
A couple points were proven today-
1. I can push myself to run a little faster because I CAN DO IT! Today we ran 1.35 miles in 12:11. I'm happy with that time- because it proves that I can push my runs a little bit because I'm capable of handling it.
2. Running is much better when you go with someone! I'd love to find a race to run now because I'd be running with other people and could see how I measure up compared to other runners. Maybe it would give me a positive outlook on my running times/abilities.
So Ashley- you gave me a whole new outlook on running and I now have new goals so that I don't hold you back everytime we run together!
Friday, May 31, 2013
Thursday, May 30, 2013
Thursday's run
Today was 2.0 miles- it was pretty windy on the run. Time 19:34
Mile one was .08 seconds faster than mile 2- I can't get over mile 2 being tough...... Oh well! The run is in the books and I did it!
Mile one was .08 seconds faster than mile 2- I can't get over mile 2 being tough...... Oh well! The run is in the books and I did it!
Wednesday, May 29, 2013
1.5
1.5 miles is in the books today! Normally, I just do cross training (Biking) on Wednesday's, but with the Run Streak I'm doing it was a short run this morning and I'll bike tonight.
Ran in 14:24 this morning- not my greatest time, but when I woke up I was only going to put in a mile because I was tired- so I went farther than planned and feeling good about that!
Mile 1: 9:34
1.5 14: 24 (after my first mile, I always slow way down! I MUST work on that!)
Ran in 14:24 this morning- not my greatest time, but when I woke up I was only going to put in a mile because I was tired- so I went farther than planned and feeling good about that!
Mile 1: 9:34
1.5 14: 24 (after my first mile, I always slow way down! I MUST work on that!)
Tuesday, May 28, 2013
Morning vs. afternoon
Today's run was 2.5 miles- My legs are quite sore- I'm not sure if it's because I can the last two days or what- but I'm hoping when I get up and run in the morning I'm not as stiff as today.
Mile 1: 9:17 pace
Mile 2 9:40 pace
ended with 9:44/mile and 24:24 for a time.
I'm not happy with the time, but there were times during the run I asked myself if I was even moving.
Today I ran after work- it was hotter and more humid than normal. I'm guessing this played into part of the run, but I don't want to make excuses. I have to get ready to run in the heat. I also know I need better running gear for hot weather-
Tomorrow at 5:30 am I'll be out for a 2 mile run-----
Mile 1: 9:17 pace
Mile 2 9:40 pace
ended with 9:44/mile and 24:24 for a time.
I'm not happy with the time, but there were times during the run I asked myself if I was even moving.
Today I ran after work- it was hotter and more humid than normal. I'm guessing this played into part of the run, but I don't want to make excuses. I have to get ready to run in the heat. I also know I need better running gear for hot weather-
Tomorrow at 5:30 am I'll be out for a 2 mile run-----
Monday, May 27, 2013
RUN STREAK
Today is day 1 of a 39 day run streak- the goal: Run at least 1 mile a day. I'm going to add a mile to my rest/cross training days.
Yesterday I ran 3.5 miles on the neighbor's treadmill due to nonstop rain. What a difference there is running inside vs. outside.
Today for the run streak challenge I was going to run 1 mile but it felt pretty good other than sore legs- so I can 1.5 miles in 14:00. I'm pretty happy with my run and time because without the "challenge" I wouldn't have gotten in a run of any kind today.
Yesterday I ran 3.5 miles on the neighbor's treadmill due to nonstop rain. What a difference there is running inside vs. outside.
Today for the run streak challenge I was going to run 1 mile but it felt pretty good other than sore legs- so I can 1.5 miles in 14:00. I'm pretty happy with my run and time because without the "challenge" I wouldn't have gotten in a run of any kind today.
Sunday, May 19, 2013
Funny GPS
Yesterday I biked 5.63 miles in 40 minutes- I had my 20 month old daughter in the bike trailer behind me-- So as I'm struggling on the bike ride during certain times- my legs were killing me, I thought how it would be without her going along- well 2 1/2 months ago I was 30 pounds heavier. Man I'm sure glad I'm not lugging that extra weight around anymore! It was a big reality check for me to keep going with the healthy lifestyle and the changes I've made.
Today's run was 3 miles. I finished in 28:31. The run felt amazing! I am very happy with the time but most importantly I'm happy I finished the run. I was dreading it when I woke up- but once I put one foot in front of the other- my mind was focused on the run.
I wore my Garmin watch to help me know my mile splits- but it was funny how the GPS on my Garmin and the GPS on my Nike Running app were different- I guess we'll see how it goes on Tuesday when I run again.
Today's run was 3 miles. I finished in 28:31. The run felt amazing! I am very happy with the time but most importantly I'm happy I finished the run. I was dreading it when I woke up- but once I put one foot in front of the other- my mind was focused on the run.
I wore my Garmin watch to help me know my mile splits- but it was funny how the GPS on my Garmin and the GPS on my Nike Running app were different- I guess we'll see how it goes on Tuesday when I run again.
Thursday, May 16, 2013
Up and out the door-
Today's 2 mile run felt awful! I had a side ache from about .5-2.0 miles. I couldn't get it to go away--- As I was starting the run, I noticed an awful smell- I don't know if someone was burning a tire or what- but I couldn't get that smell or the thought of my side ache out of my head! I tried! I noticed the beautiful trees that are in bloom, but that didn't help my mind stop thinking about my side.
Today's split
Mile 1: 9:23
Mile 2 9: 27
Total time 18:50
I'm pleased with the time as I was hoping for somewhere in the 18 minute range..... I made it! With a BIG push at the end- and that's not because I had a lot of energy left to give, it's because I wanted to beat my time goal!
Half Marathon in September? The thought is in my mind! I wanted to do it last year, but pushed myself too hard in a short amount of time! I don't have a lot of time to decide as the race is filling up fast! Maybe I can sign up for the 10K and if I'm ready for the half- I can change my race?
Today's split
Mile 1: 9:23
Mile 2 9: 27
Total time 18:50
I'm pleased with the time as I was hoping for somewhere in the 18 minute range..... I made it! With a BIG push at the end- and that's not because I had a lot of energy left to give, it's because I wanted to beat my time goal!
Half Marathon in September? The thought is in my mind! I wanted to do it last year, but pushed myself too hard in a short amount of time! I don't have a lot of time to decide as the race is filling up fast! Maybe I can sign up for the 10K and if I'm ready for the half- I can change my race?
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