I woke up sick this morning. :( I suppose being back in the school will do that to you. I purchased new Asics yesterday for my birthday and am hoping that they help with my knee pain. I was pretty anxious to get out there and try them out so it worked to motivate me even though I'm feeling pretty terrible.
I skipped on the Ullrey podcast again and used a playlist that ended up working much better than the one I made for the 20 minute run last week. I also switched my route and ran on some major roads (with traffic and everything!) which really helped too. My old route had a lot of short little roads which felt really daunting after running them so many times. The major blocks I ran today are straight and long so I found I wasn't paying much attention to where I was or how much further there was to go.
I also mapped out a 5k run around my neighbourhood that I can start working up towards as the next few weeks progress.
I am now finished Week 6 and on to Week 7! Woot! I never thought I'd get this far!
Stats:
3.91 km
8:57 min/km
Showing posts with label W6. Show all posts
Showing posts with label W6. Show all posts
Friday, April 22, 2011
Wednesday, April 20, 2011
W6D2
It's my birthday! I feel pretty awesome for going out first thing on my birthday and in the rain to run. I am really proud that I haven't missed a day or haven't completed any of the intervals. That, in itself, is pretty amazing.
The run today was okay. I have new earbuds from the dollar store that stayed in a little better than the ones I was using. I struggled a bit with the 2 10-minute intervals but I think that was mostly because I couldn't get into the zone of it. Listening to Robert Ullrey address the day 1 podcast was a constant reminder of not only how long I had run but, more importantly, how much longer I needed to run. I found it really psychologically draining. I think my 25 minute run on Friday with a playlist will be easier since I don't have to wait for Mr. Ullrey to come back on and tell me when to stop but just keep on keepin' on until my cool-down tune plays.
My knees have been bothering me. They both ache right now and I think I'm going to speak to my chiropractor to see if there are any types of support or something I can wear. He's an avid runner and I think would have better advice than my doctor.
Today was my last day of intervals. From here on out it's straight up running, no walking. It feels like I'm finally a 'runner'. I'm going to see how next week's 25 minute runs go as far as pace and then I'll start trying to better my time. I still have 69 days until my first 5k but the more effort I put into this, the better that run will be. I just hope my knees hold up!
Stats:
3.55 km
10:08 min/km
The run today was okay. I have new earbuds from the dollar store that stayed in a little better than the ones I was using. I struggled a bit with the 2 10-minute intervals but I think that was mostly because I couldn't get into the zone of it. Listening to Robert Ullrey address the day 1 podcast was a constant reminder of not only how long I had run but, more importantly, how much longer I needed to run. I found it really psychologically draining. I think my 25 minute run on Friday with a playlist will be easier since I don't have to wait for Mr. Ullrey to come back on and tell me when to stop but just keep on keepin' on until my cool-down tune plays.
My knees have been bothering me. They both ache right now and I think I'm going to speak to my chiropractor to see if there are any types of support or something I can wear. He's an avid runner and I think would have better advice than my doctor.
Today was my last day of intervals. From here on out it's straight up running, no walking. It feels like I'm finally a 'runner'. I'm going to see how next week's 25 minute runs go as far as pace and then I'll start trying to better my time. I still have 69 days until my first 5k but the more effort I put into this, the better that run will be. I just hope my knees hold up!
Stats:
3.55 km
10:08 min/km
Monday, April 18, 2011
W6D1
Went into this run feeling pretty accomplished after my 20 minute run last Friday. 5 minute intervals? No problem.
I started the first 5 minute interval quickly and my pace was probably a bit too fast as the final 5 minute interval was a little tough. It just felt good to be back out and running after two days off. The 8 minute interval was okay. I think I am better able to zone out during the longer ones and the shorter ones are more difficult because I'm so aware of my running the whole time.
Today was another 5 am run. It was dark and cold. We actually had snow yesterday kind of cold. I spotted 3 bunnies!
Next run is comprised of two 10 minute intervals. Should be easy-peasy.
Stats:
3.65 km
9:45 min/km
I started the first 5 minute interval quickly and my pace was probably a bit too fast as the final 5 minute interval was a little tough. It just felt good to be back out and running after two days off. The 8 minute interval was okay. I think I am better able to zone out during the longer ones and the shorter ones are more difficult because I'm so aware of my running the whole time.
Today was another 5 am run. It was dark and cold. We actually had snow yesterday kind of cold. I spotted 3 bunnies!
Next run is comprised of two 10 minute intervals. Should be easy-peasy.
Stats:
3.65 km
9:45 min/km
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