M: rest T: 8 w/ 800's W: 6 Th: rest Fr: 4 Sa: 9 tempo Su: 15
Issues/vents: Nope! Feeling good.
Highlights/AW's: My 21 miler was really close to goal pace! I also had a speedy tempo run last week. My intervals are the only thing that have slowed down over the past few months, but I'll work on those in the Summer. I like intervals when it's hot b/c I can take breaks
Post by Wines Not Whines on Mar 31, 2015 7:13:29 GMT -5
What are you training for? Date? Cherry Blossom 10 miler, 4/12. Local 10k, 4/26. Local 5k, May 1.
Training plan for the week?
Mon - 3 mile run, core work (was supposed to be 5 miles but my legs were really tired) Tues - strength and yoga Wed - 5 mi run with intervals, core work, yoga Thurs - strength Fri - 8 miles. I hope it doesn't rain. Sat - rest (traveling) Sun - probably more rest (traveling again)
Any issues or vents? My back is really stiff and achy. I don't think it's anything serious, but it's annoying.
Mon-rest Tues-40 min easy run with 6 striders; or may walk? still sore Weds-50min interval run Thur-40 min easy run with 6 striders Fri--50min Tempo run Sat-rest/may do weights Sun--7 miles
Any issues or vents? Logically, I know just finishing the 15K on Sunday was a huge accomplishment--longest run ever, 9 miles on hills when I've trained mostly on the treadmill, and I know I'm a back of the packer and would be one of the last ones in; and for the most part I enjoyed the race. But somehow I'm feeling down about the reality that I was 6 from the last spot out of 239 people, and my pace just didn't magically increase. The coach sent out a general note to the training group about how we should be proud, and our results are due to all our hard work; but am I really doing enough? I know I'm a novice, and it's huge to go from 5k to HM, so why the heck am I beating myself up? After all this work and time, I'd hate to feel just as down after the 13.1 next month :/
Highlights from the past week? AW's? Ordered a new Panache sports bra, pretty grey instead of practical black.
Post by sweetptater on Mar 31, 2015 7:30:52 GMT -5
What are you training for? Gazelle Girl Half Marathon Date? April 19
Training plan for the week? S - cross train M - strength - NROLFW T - run 5 miles W - strength - NROLFW Th - run 5 miles F - rest S - run 9 miles
Any issues or vents? Nope
Highlights from the past week? AW's? Trying to stay on the getting up early to run /lift before work bandwagon. I'm on day 2 of 4:45 wake ups this week.
@historychick79, I wish I could give you a huge hug right now. Your progress is real, and that is something to celebrate!
In running (or in anything) people are at so many different levels. I guarantee that many people faster than you are unhappy with results and some aren't working & training as hard. There are people too nervous to even toe the start line, and there are people who finish dead last in races and still find joy in the process. I'm certain they celebrate how far they've come in reaching their finish line goal. Their is joy in the journey for everyone if you look for it.
I guess my point is you've got to set personal goals and focus on your workouts day in /day out and competing with yourself. There will always be people faster and slower, and I think you'll be most fulfilled if you can focus on racing for fun, health, meeting other great people, and pushing yourself to be YOUR best.
What are you training for? Date? Half marathon on 4.18; Marathon on 5.9
Training plan for the week? I'll work things around Easter plans and probably have a lighter week. I seem to keep a delicate balance of healthy if I only run about every other day, so I'm taking things day by day. Mon- 4 miles Tues- yoga/core Wed- 6-7 miles, maybe pm yoga class Thurs-core/rest Friday - semi-long run 10-11 miles Saturday/Sunday - a few miles?
Any issues or vents? Just tired and hungry all the time. Pretty normal.
Highlights from the past week? AW's? I had probably my best week of training so far. I felt good; got in 4 solid runs, and I ran 20 on Saturday. I looked back and it was my fastest 20+ mile training run ever.
Post by eponinepontmercy on Mar 31, 2015 8:13:17 GMT -5
M - should have been a 50 minute run, but I didn't get to the gym T - Spin class/ ST W - 50 minute tempo run TH - Spin class/ ST F - Rest Sat - 10 mile run
Issues: My IT band is acting up again. It's not too bad, but that's why I took the extra rest day yesterday. I also did longer run/ walk intervals during my long run on Saturday - run 1/2 mile then walk 1/2 mile.
I mentioned it last night at dinner, and DH asked me not to run anymore half marathons because it seems like I'm hurting myself. I'm not injured - it's mostly muscle soreness and weak areas (shins) - all pretty normal running complaints. I know he meant well, and apologized after, but it was sort of upsetting. I think I need to stop complaining so much.
I did longer run/ walk intervals during my long run on Saturday - run 1/2 mile then walk 1/2 mile. I'd like to run more, but I think that's the best plan for my longer runs.
What are you training for? Date? Glass City HM, 4/26
Training plan for the week? M-rest, T-5 miles easy, W-maybe cross train at the gym if I get my ass up in time, Th-see Weds, F-easy run, Sat-long run (prob 11-12 miles), Sun-rest or maybe easy recovery run.
Any issues or vents? This damn nagging quad/knee issue. The discomfort ranges from mild to nonexistent, but still has me limping a bit when I run. The doc I saw last week okayed me to run, and gave me exercises to strengthen my hips and IT band. The exercises are definitely helping but damnit I want to be able to run without that tweak in my leg again
Highlights from the past week? AW's? Had a really good long run (10 miles) on Saturday.
Post by hurricanedrunk on Mar 31, 2015 8:53:40 GMT -5
What are you training for? Date? Cellcom Marathon 5/17
Training plan for the week? M: 5 miles easy T: Rest W: 9 miles tempo TH: Lift F: 4 miles easy Sa: 18 miles Su: 4 miles
Any issues or vents? None
Highlights from the past week? AW's? My half this past Saturday went well. No PR but the course was crazy hilly. Highest monthly mileage to date. My H who is newer to running has been joining me on some of my shorter runs and I am super proud of him.
M rest T short swim W long run T short bike F long swim S short run S long bike
On my long bike ride on Sunday afternoon, my bike would not shift into the big ring at all. It made the rolling hills that I rode extra difficult.
My local bike shop fixed the problem in like 10 minutes when I took my bike over after my ride. Yay for shopping local and developing relationships with local shops! I also managed 23 miles despite my technical troubles.
buffaloeggs.blogspot.com 2016 Races: Hop Hop Half Marathon 2:05:09 Pac Crest Half Ironman 7:13:40 9/10 Aluminum Man Oly Tri 11/27 Space Coast Half Marathon
What are you training for? Date? 10K at the end of April, half at the end of May
Training plan for the week? Monday-rest Tuesday-6.35 miles Wednesday-3-4 miles, weights Thursday-5-7 miles Friday-rest Saturday-10-11 miles Sunday-4-5 mile run or a spin class, weights
Any issues or vents? I had a lot of pain in my foot when I tried to do my long run last weekend, I changed shoes today though and it feels better (fingers crossed) I feel nervous this time around (3rd half), just not as prepared which is bumming me out.
Highlights from the past week? AW's? I had a good run this morning, it helped me a little with my confidence
What are you training for? Date? 4/19 Diamond Valley 5k, 5/31 San Diego Rock and Roll Half, 6/13 SoCal Wine Country 5k, 10/3 Bay Ridge Half or 10/4 Divas Half in Long Island (not sure which to do. Any insight would be awesome!)
Training plan for the week? M: Run 1, CF T: Rest W: CF Th: ? F: Rest
Any issues or vents? I will be starting vacation on Friday after work so I'm a little torn about how I will get activity in. I plan to run but making it happen may not go as I want.
Highlights from the past week? AW's? Did 15.5 (twice) with a respectable time. I'm sitting well under 100 as of this morning on the leader board for scaled in my region.
Post by mrs.jacinthe on Mar 31, 2015 10:18:25 GMT -5
What are you training for? Date? GCBS - June 14th.
Training plan for the week? Swim (at least) M, Tu, W, Th.
Any issues or vents? I'm OOT visiting my mom (and dad) because my dad's in the hospital. So I'm swimming in our local HS nat, which is great, except that they're on spring break this week and so the hours are wonky. I'm only able to swim M-Th b/c they're closed on Friday and Sat. So I need to find another place to swim those days that isn't going to charge me an arm and a leg in visitors fees. AND where the pool isn't too warm. Also, I'm discovering that I hate swimming inside now that I've gotten used to outdoor pools, but this is Ohio and outdoors isn't an option for at LEAST another month or two.
Highlights from the past week? AW's? I've done 4000 LCM two days in a row now and I'm not dying. I'm going for 5k tomorrow. EEEEK!
ETA: This is the pool where I'm swimming at the moment. AMAZING that it's a high school facility and even more amazing that they only charge a dollar for lap swimmers:
Post by bostonmichelle on Mar 31, 2015 10:30:27 GMT -5
What are you training for? Date? Run to Remember Half (5/24), Newburyport Half (5/31), Other shorter races in April/May
Training plan for the week? Mon - rest Tues - 5 miles outside!!!!! Wed - rest Thurs - 5 mile tempo Fri - 4 miles Sat - rest Sun - 9 miles
Any issues or vents? My calves have been sore and stiff the last few weeks, but since I stopped doing the plank challenge its gotten better.
Highlights from the past week? AW's? It's finally light enough out in the morning for me to run before work. I feel like a changed woman running outside this morning instead of on my treadmill. And only 2 more weeks left of tax season.
What are you training for? Date? Big Sur Marathon 4/26
Training plan for the week? M: Strength + Swim drills lay in bed sick T: 5 miles easy W: 5 miles @ marathon pace R: 5 miles easy F: Rest S: 20 miles (!!!) S: hunt easter eggs and probably an easy bike ride
Any issues or vents? This chest cold can kiss my ass. This weekend's long run sucked and this morning's run sucked.
Highlights from the past week? AW's? I powered through my long run and did two loops involving a big hill I like to run. First time doing it more than once in a single run though. I like getting stronger, but with this cold, I was hating myself on that second climb.
Nothing in particular, will do Peachtree (10K) in July and maybe a couple of 5Ks before then
Training plan for the week?
M - 60 min weights Tu - 5 mi W - 60 min weights Th - Rest F - 5 mi Sa - 10 mi Su - rest or short easy run
Any issues or vents? Just perpetual soreness! Something is always sore, whether it's my core from lifting, or calves from running.
Highlights from the past week? AW's?
My long run on Sunday was my longest in almost 2 years. And last Thursday I did an all-out mile on the flat gravel loop at the park, just to see where I'm at…finished in 7:10. That's about a minute slower than pre-kid but I'm still pretty happy with it!
What are you training for? Date? Stubbornly trying to hold on for the Oly tri 4/26, but I may drop down to the sprint.
Training plan for the week? M-Th Yoga Tues, pace ride Wed - Run Th - off M/F - Masters Sat - run Sun - long ride
Any issues or vents? Stupid meetings keep getting scheduled for my Masters practice time. And we're going to a conference next week, which means screwing up my training.
Highlights from the past week? AW's? I feel like I'm back in the groove, finally.
What are you training for? Date? Nothing on my radar right now, hope to have MCM on my fall agenda!
Training plan for the week? boot camp 5 days, running every other day
Any issues or vents? still having some IT band pain, but hoping that is resolved soon!
Highlights from the past week? AW's? after finally getting in with a sports med dr, he's determined i am having issues with my piriformis & base of IT band. I have a PT appt monday to learn the exercises & a running analysis. I'm then to do those for 3-4 weeks & run every other day. SHOULD BE HEALED!!! (angel)
Post by mrsjthompson on Mar 31, 2015 12:49:32 GMT -5
What are you training for? Date? Biggest Loser HM (April something? in 3 weeks), Tinkerbell HM (5/10)
Training plan for the week?
M: 4 mi easy T: weights + 1/2 mi to get me to an even 50 for the month W: 4 mi easy R: 3 mi easy: F: rest S: 10 mi Su: some kind of XT? Does eating unlimited ham count for XT?
Any issues or vents?
My hamstring's been kinda wonky for a little while now. It's not getting worse, but I'm definitely going to visit the chiro. After Tinkerbell.
Highlights from the past week? AW's?
I PR'ed my 10K Saturday by 2 1/2 minutes. I have never strung that many sub-14 min miles together in a row. I am flabbergasted. And my sister is knocked up. I'm gonna be an auntie!
What are you training for? Date? Flower City Half 4/26; Canandaigua Classic Half 5/31
Training plan for the week? Mon. rest; Tues: 3miles; Wed/Thurs strength/yoga; Friday/Saturday: 3-5 miles each; Sunday 6.5miles then wine and cake with Easter Dinner
Any issues or vents? Yes- my left hamstring. It's sore enough to be annoying and impede my training but thankfully not "painful". I am feeling severely underprepared for my upcoming halfs (based on my 12K performance this past Saturday), but yet I don't want to push it and end up not being able to run at all. I feel like my own worse enemy. Struggling with my diet as well- I've had horrible runger and am making bad choices I am going to focus on rolling, massage and yoga to give it a few days rest.
Highlights from the past week? AW's? Flip side of my vent- my 12K was crap conditions and my hamstring was not 100% behaving and I still finished within 1.5 minutes of my PR time of last year.
What are you training for? Date? Platte River Half, 4/12; Colfax Half or 10 miler, 5/17
Training plan for the week? M: 4 mi w/strides, Tu: 6 mi tempo, Th: 10 mi w/8 at MP, Sa: 20 mi, Su: 3 mi recovery
Any issues or vents? Too hot already! I ran this morning because it was 80 after school today. Thursday it's supposed to snow 1-3 inches. Gotta love Colorado. Also...why can't I get my schedule worked out to get strength in? Ugh.
Highlights from the past week? AW's? Not really...I didn't die doing the miles on the trails in the heat?
Any issues or vents? I keep waffling back and forth between "yay marathon" and "wtf is wrong with me". Pavement is boring...I knew that, but I'm already dreading the next two months of long runs where the act of running matters more than elevation gained or the technicality of the trail.
Highlights from the past week? AW's? I went on a "tester run" last Sunday -- 10 miles of bike path pavement -- where my goal was to run at a comfortable but consistent effort pace just to see where I was with pavement/speed. It wasn't terrible, I actually enjoyed most of it. And when I got back home [after running sans-GPS watch] my pace was almost exactly where I need it to be. I need to drop ~0:15/mile off my pace but I think I might be able to pull that off in 9 weeks... I didn't lose ALL my speed with 1+ years of trail running!