Oh yes I did

I went to the gym this morning. I actually found myself missing it. Who am I? And...I did 9 minute miles on the elliptical, 4 of them. I had to push myself, but I feel so great for having accomplished it and I feel so great!

I'd like to ride my bike this evening to the lakefront so that I can mark out 3.1 miles. I'd like to work on being able to cover 6.2 miles. It's only supposed to be a high of 54 today so I don't know. I'll have to bundle up. Why didn't I do this the other night when it was so beautiful?

How are you girls doing (knees, shins, heels) after your big runs this week?

week 7 and other random thoughts

I started week 7 yesterday (Run 4, Walk 2), which is where I originally started when I switched to mom's program about a month ago.  When I first tried it, I was only able to do 6 intervals.  Last night, I was able to do 9 (not quite the 10 I was supposed to do).  Again, it was really, really hot in the gym.  After the first 3 intervals I was feeling good, the 4th and 5th got tough and then the mental game began.  I kept telling myself - you did 6 last time, you have to at least beat that...now you've done 6, you can at least do 7 - that's 28 minutes of running...well now you only have 3 left...on the eighth interval - this may be your last one, do it good...then on the 9th - just keep going.  But on the 9th I was starting to feel a little lightheaded and dizzy, so I wasn't sure if I'd do the 10th.  The treadmill kind of decided for me.  Once you get to 60 minutes, it says you're done and starts your cool down for you.

So I did 65 minutes total (including warm up and cool down).  I ended up extending some of the walks to 2.5 minutes.  I think I did a total of 36 minutes of running and went almost 5 miles total (with the walking). 

I sure hope it's cool in Cinci on the morning of May 5th.  I can't remember if I mentioned this, but we're running on Cinco de Mayo so there should be some Coronas and tacos in our future after the race!

Also, Vince is planning to come cheer us on! Yay!

50 minutes of running!!

I finished week 8 run 1--5 min run/1 min walk times 10. And I feel good! Hoping my knee and heel feel ok tomorrow. :)

So did you go to the gym momma?

Stayin' Active

So  I haven't run again since Friday, but I have been staying active.  On Sunday, Vince and I went to the park and played basketball for about an hour.  I didn't sweat too much, but my arms are sore from shooting today.  My knees hurt a little, too - I think from being on the pavement and switching directions quickly.  Then I went to personal training today.  I will definitely be sore from that.  The plan is to hit the gym tomorrow for the start of week 7.  Wish me luck!

A much-needed break

I ran today-and I felt so good that I did an extra run interval! And best of all-I got to get out sans baby! I realized today that there's no way I would have ever thought of a run as a break a year ago. But now life has changed, and a chance to get of the house for an hour and not have to think about the baby, and just enjoy the fresh air and time to think is so nice!

Back to the gym

Did the elliptical for about 55 minutes today. I was a bit disappointed with my speed...a little less than 11 minute miles, but I did my interval training the whole time. As I go along, I have to slow down to get my heart rate back down. I think next time I'll see how fast and far I can go when I don't do the interval training. I am seeing real progress which is so great. I mean just that I can work so hard for 55 minutes. Awesome!

And I took the day off

It might be an excuse, but I think it's OK that I take the day off after a big workout, right? So glad you both were at it today. It's so inspiring to me.