When I set out today I wasn't sure whether I'd be running D1 or D2... when Mr. Ullrey came on at the end of 5 minutes I decided it would be D1 again. I think it was a wise decision as the 2nd and 3rd 5 minute intervals were a challenge.
It also appears that my SDM just continued from my last run, which isn't helpful at all. It said I ran 4.09 km so I can only assume that's what happened. That must've effected my pace too but I've included the pace that it gave me. I'll have to figure out how to change that.
I'm getting nervous about the 5k. I don't think I'll be finished the C25k program in time... Maybe I'll just have to start planning to do run/walk intervals?
Stats:
3.32 km
9:20 km/hr
SDM:
2.05 km
10:25 km/hr
Showing posts with label W5. Show all posts
Showing posts with label W5. Show all posts
Tuesday, May 24, 2011
Sunday, May 22, 2011
W5D1 Part 2
It's been 3 weeks since my last run. It's been almost constantly raining and we've had Mother's Day, our Anniversary, and my Graduation in the past 3 weeks. I know that I could've fit the runs in if I had tried harder but my motivation just wasn't there. I had every intention of getting back to it and I'm glad I finally did!
Considering how difficult my last 2 runs were and the 3 week break I decided to back to the last 'comfortable' run I did which was W5D1. I was confident that I could manage 3 5-minute intervals and I did just fine. They were actually a bit of a struggle in spots though so I think I might repeat the same run again on Tuesday until I feel I can increase my run time without too much extra effort. I think the struggle I had with W7 really impacted my perception of myself as a 'runner'. I had felt strong and capable up until that point and W7 really made me doubt myself. I intend to just keep on truckin' and I feel that as long as I'm out there running, it doesn't matter if I'm running intervals or for a solid 25 minute stretch. It'll come in time.
Speaking of time, there are 37 days until my first 5k.
I have 2 sets of stats. One is from mapping my entire route, including warm up 5 minute walk and cool down 5 minute walk. The other is from my fancy new Nike Tailwind SDM that I picked up for next to nothing on Ebay. I use it for the actual running/walking in between the warm up and cool down.
Entire run:
3.32 km
9:41 min/km
SDM:
2.04 km
10:24 min/km
Considering how difficult my last 2 runs were and the 3 week break I decided to back to the last 'comfortable' run I did which was W5D1. I was confident that I could manage 3 5-minute intervals and I did just fine. They were actually a bit of a struggle in spots though so I think I might repeat the same run again on Tuesday until I feel I can increase my run time without too much extra effort. I think the struggle I had with W7 really impacted my perception of myself as a 'runner'. I had felt strong and capable up until that point and W7 really made me doubt myself. I intend to just keep on truckin' and I feel that as long as I'm out there running, it doesn't matter if I'm running intervals or for a solid 25 minute stretch. It'll come in time.
Speaking of time, there are 37 days until my first 5k.
I have 2 sets of stats. One is from mapping my entire route, including warm up 5 minute walk and cool down 5 minute walk. The other is from my fancy new Nike Tailwind SDM that I picked up for next to nothing on Ebay. I use it for the actual running/walking in between the warm up and cool down.
Entire run:
3.32 km
9:41 min/km
SDM:
2.04 km
10:24 min/km
Friday, April 15, 2011
W5D3
I am an amazing machine of awesomeness! I ran for 20 minutes straight!!!!
To be honest, I still can't believe it! I have the biggest smile on my face right now because I did it!!!
I was nervous but excited all day for this. My right knee started bothering me after the last run but I've been babying it so I wouldn't miss it. I made a playlist so I wouldn't have to hear Mr. Ullrey telling me what time it was and just kept going!
The playlist needs some tweaking. It was the first time I've run without Mr. Ullrey and it was a totally different experience. Some tunes were great (like Black Eyed Peas - Pump It) while others didn't work at all. I finished the run up with a quick little tune by the Misfits for that last burst of inspiration and it did the trick nicely.
This was also the first time that I've finished a run huffing and puffing with both my legs and lungs on fire... at least the first that I can remember. Maybe it happened like this in the beginning? I'm not sure. One thing I do know, if I can run for 20 minutes then I can run for 30. My pace was also my best ever - 8:46!! Woot!!!!
This C25k program is amazing. I can't believe I've come this far. As the saying goes... if I can do it...
Stats:
3.42 km
8:46 min/km
To be honest, I still can't believe it! I have the biggest smile on my face right now because I did it!!!
I was nervous but excited all day for this. My right knee started bothering me after the last run but I've been babying it so I wouldn't miss it. I made a playlist so I wouldn't have to hear Mr. Ullrey telling me what time it was and just kept going!
The playlist needs some tweaking. It was the first time I've run without Mr. Ullrey and it was a totally different experience. Some tunes were great (like Black Eyed Peas - Pump It) while others didn't work at all. I finished the run up with a quick little tune by the Misfits for that last burst of inspiration and it did the trick nicely.
This was also the first time that I've finished a run huffing and puffing with both my legs and lungs on fire... at least the first that I can remember. Maybe it happened like this in the beginning? I'm not sure. One thing I do know, if I can run for 20 minutes then I can run for 30. My pace was also my best ever - 8:46!! Woot!!!!
This C25k program is amazing. I can't believe I've come this far. As the saying goes... if I can do it...
Stats:
3.42 km
8:46 min/km
Wednesday, April 13, 2011
W5D2
I ran for 8 minutes straight! Twice!
I've taken sleeping pills for the last two nights and it has made a world of difference. Not only am I well rested and feeling human again but I'm also no longer a commercial for depression hurts.
It rained all day today but thankfully stopped long enough for me to run. I wasn't nervous about the 8 minute runs but am about Friday's 20 minute run. I find that the first few minutes of every run is the toughest. I don't seem to get into a rhythm for the first little while and everything feels 'off' and awkward. My legs feeling like they're moving funny and my pace is random and then all of a sudden everything falls into place like magic and I feel like I could run forever. I'm hoping that once I get into that zone the 20 minutes will go by without any problems.
I have to take a moment to relish the fact that I actually ran for 8 minutes - twice - and didn't want to fall over and die! I remember W1 and the 60 second runs and feeling like I couldn't get enough air... I'm really proud of myself for my progress! I'm also proud of myself for completing 14 runs without ever walking when I'm supposed to be running. I've pushed through everything so far and hopefully I can continue in that same vein.
Stats:
3.31 km
9.43 min/km
I've taken sleeping pills for the last two nights and it has made a world of difference. Not only am I well rested and feeling human again but I'm also no longer a commercial for depression hurts.
It rained all day today but thankfully stopped long enough for me to run. I wasn't nervous about the 8 minute runs but am about Friday's 20 minute run. I find that the first few minutes of every run is the toughest. I don't seem to get into a rhythm for the first little while and everything feels 'off' and awkward. My legs feeling like they're moving funny and my pace is random and then all of a sudden everything falls into place like magic and I feel like I could run forever. I'm hoping that once I get into that zone the 20 minutes will go by without any problems.
I have to take a moment to relish the fact that I actually ran for 8 minutes - twice - and didn't want to fall over and die! I remember W1 and the 60 second runs and feeling like I couldn't get enough air... I'm really proud of myself for my progress! I'm also proud of myself for completing 14 runs without ever walking when I'm supposed to be running. I've pushed through everything so far and hopefully I can continue in that same vein.
Stats:
3.31 km
9.43 min/km
Monday, April 11, 2011
W5D1
With everything still weighing heavily on my mind, I couldn't sleep last night. I think I finally began to sleep a little after 2am and got up to run at 5am because we're going out after DH is finished work tonight. I contemplated running tomorrow instead but with my work schedule it would have just thrown everything off.
So there I was... another 5am run. Thank goodness this is only the 2nd I've had to do since starting this program. It was warm but windy. I even saw a rabbit! Running in the dark was a little disconcerting and I kept watching for someone in a van to try to steal me.
The run itself was uneventful. Five minute runs are no trouble. My stomach was pretty upset from being so tired but that had nothing to do with the run. After updating this, I'm going to grab a shower and try to get some more sleep before DS wakes up for the day.
Stats:
3.11 km
10:20 min/km
So there I was... another 5am run. Thank goodness this is only the 2nd I've had to do since starting this program. It was warm but windy. I even saw a rabbit! Running in the dark was a little disconcerting and I kept watching for someone in a van to try to steal me.
The run itself was uneventful. Five minute runs are no trouble. My stomach was pretty upset from being so tired but that had nothing to do with the run. After updating this, I'm going to grab a shower and try to get some more sleep before DS wakes up for the day.
Stats:
3.11 km
10:20 min/km
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