Week 5 Continued

Did my second 8 minute interval run yesterday. I went to the Boardwalk with a friend of mine and we did the run. Went fine. No complaints.

Today though...was my 20 minute run. OMG!!! I did it. I did it, but it was hard. Omg was it hard! It nearly killed me literally. haha!! Nah, it was tough, but I did it. I really had to talk myself through though. After halfway through, it got really tough. But I concentrated on my breathing and slowed down the pace a bit so I could keep going. After a few minutes, it got easier. Then after a bit, it got hard again, but I continued and made it. It was tough, but I can run for 20 minutes straight!! I will do it again tomorrow morning!

I did hurt my ankle a little bit. Not while running, but gave it a little twist when I was stretching. Seems all right now. I think I just pulled it the wrong way. But doesn't hurt right now. I just had to rest it for a little bit.

But if it bothers me tomorrow, I won't run. But it should be fine.

Anyway, just wait till you guys reach week 5! Feels so good to accomplish it, but it was tough.

Week 5, Run 2

Yesterday, before work, I ran my second 1st run of week five. Went fine. No complaints. Today, I ran the 2nd run of week 5. 8 minute run, 5 minute walk, 8 minute run. I was surprised of how easy I found it. Especially the first 8 minute run. I know I don't run fast, but it wasn't bad at all. I found it easier than the three 5 minute runs. It was great running for that long though. I never really thought I'd make it this far. The last few minutes of the 2nd 8 minute run was a little difficult, but managable. I had a stitch, but again I just concentrated on my breathing. I find I get a stitch when I don't breathe properly. So I just need to take a few deep breaths and I'm usually good to go. I'm excited for the 5k! I wish I could do it now!! lol When is the fiddle run by the way?? Tomorrow another 8 minute run! A friend might be coming with me after work. She wants to get back in shape and we're going to have a girl's night. Running, dinner, and movies.

Anyway, it was a good run!

Week 2 again

I started week 2 again since I have sneakers now. The sneakers helped so much! My knees did not hurt at all while running or even during the walks. My shins hurt a little during the first run, but nothing major (actually considerably less then they hurt during week 1, which was very little). I had to really push myself to finish interval 5 and 6, but it only happened near the end. I think when I was really pushing myself in interval 5, I only had about 10 secs left (not that I knew) and it was a bit longer in interval 6, but for those 2 intervals I was running up hills for part of it. I must take my camera out one day (not for a run) and take pictures to see if it shows all the hills that I have to run up. I never seem to have to run down them. LOL. Those always seem to fall on my walk intervals, but I don't notice the downhill walks as much as I notice the uphill runs. LOL.

Even tho this is my 3rd run for week 2, I had almost a week off in between run 2 and 3, so I will be doing week 2 all over again.

Bedford 5K

I was a little worried last night, cuz they were calling for rain. Fortunately, the rain held off and the temperature was mild. It was beautiful weather for the run. They had a nice turn out, probably around 300 participants. The event started by the kids 1K dash, which was awesome and inspiring. It definitely got me even more ready to do the run.

The course was pretty flat, so that was pretty good. There were a few small hills in the first half but nothing too major. I decided for this run, I would start week 4 - 3 minute run; 1:30 walk; 5 minute run; 3 minute walk. I didn't mind the three minute runs and the first five minute run was okay. But I was pretty much crawling for the last five minute run, but I pushed through it. Then I walked the rest of the 5 k (probably about 2 k). I was gonna try doing a few more minutes of running but I didn't want to push it, so I just walked the rest of the time, but I made sure it was a good pace.

Everyone else that I was there with (Nadine, Ang, Charles, Mike, Ray) were all finished and they cheered me on for the rest. Nadine and Ang even ran the last few meters with me at the end, which made it special. My finish time was around 49:49 minutes, which was slightly slower than my goal of 40-45 minutes (but I am a slow walker - gonna need to work on that). Not too bad for a first race.

My bib and medal

Close up of the medal

We all then went to brunch - and I learned that fried bologna is a must after a 5 k run :-)


My goal for the fiddler 5k in September is a finish time between 30-35 minutes, so I will have to work a bit more on speed. I would also like to run the 10 k in the Valley on 10-10-10 (that would be really cool, but it is Thanksgiving weekend, so I am not sure what the plan will be.

First Day Week 5

So I finished the first run of week 5. This week has 3 runs. The first week is three 5 minute runs and 3 minute walks. Second run is two 8 minute runs and 5 minute walk. Third run is 20 minutes without any walks.

I was a little nervous about starting this week. 20 minutes without any walks seems like a lot to me. But, I went out there and started it. The first 5 minute run was a bit hard. I had a stitch in my side, but I breathed it out and didn't have to stop running. The rest was pretty good. The only thing that disappoints me is I don't have as much time to listen to an HP chapter and soon I won't get to listen to one at all. I'm thinking of adding a walk after my run so I can listen to HP, lol. Plus it would give me an hour workout rather than 30 to 40 minutes. I still might try running on the highway. The might be fun, but I don't know if I like the gravel on the side...Maybe I'll try it.

After today's run, I think I can handle the 8 minute and 20 minute runs. I felt like I could've kept going. Getting this daily exercise really helps with my energy. I have way more energy when I work out.

Since I run everyday or pretty much everyday, I decided I'm going to do 2 runs of each. Tomorrow I will do the first run again. Monday and Tuesday is 2nd run. Wednesday and Thursday 3rd run. And Friday is in case I miss a run for any particular reason. And if not, I'll probably do the 20 minute run again or maybe 8 minute. We'll see what happens.

Good luck on your first 5k tomorrow Rona! Can't wait to hear how it goes!

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Last Run Week 4!

Did my last run today for week 4. Week 5 starts tomorrow (hopefully...I'm working till at least 2, maybe 6). I took yesterday off. My body was sore. I think it was cause of work. I don't have good work shoes. It's so hard to find a pair of stylish shoes with support. Plus, I don't want heels. They tend to hurt my feet. Before work tomorrow, I get weighed in. Hopefully I'll see a loss!

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Video

Check out this video, it is hilarious....

YouTube - Nike "I Am Not A Runner"

Run 3.3

Completed!!! Week 3 DONE!!!

It wasn't too bad. Pretty much the same as Tuesday, with the second 3-minute run being a little bit harder (especially with only 30 seconds left), but I was able to push through it.

I will be going to Bedford tomorrow to sign up for the race on Sunday. After today's run, I think I am gonna try to do 2 minute intervals for the 5K. Week 4 will start on Tuesday.

4.4

No big shocker cause I run pretty much everyday, lol. I start week 5 on Saturday. I'm a little nervous because the last run is 20 minutes straight...AHHHH!! I might switch to the highway soon just so I can walk longer...or start going the other way...or do both. Dunno...we'll see! But the runs are getting easier. I need less recovery time. I started counting telephone polls. I estimate it takes 2-3 polls per minute. So I go by that sometimes when I need an extra push. I can't wait to be able to run 5k. Sometimes when I'm running I feel like I can go longer. So week 5 starts on Saturday.

Is this going to help tone my flabby legs? lol

Run 3.2

Today was really hot and I decided to go up to the trail, hoping that there would be a breeze. There was a bit of a breeze, but there was quite a bit of shaded areas so that helped. I was worried about overheating (I really HATE the heat). Surprisingly the run was fine. I struggled a bit during the last part of the second 3-minute interval, but there was no major difficulties. I can't believe how friendly others on the trail are. Today there were a bunch of bikers and runners along the trail and almost all of them gave a little wave or nod, which kind of encouraged me to continue.

Looking forward to seeing how the final run of week 3 goes on Thursday. I will see how the 5K goes on Sunday before I decide if I should repeat week 3 or move to week 4 (not quite sure if I am ready for a 5 minute run). Then again, I will probably move to week 4 and if need be increase my recovery time between runs. I am glad I clued into that early in the process - make sure I do the full run interval. It is much better to play with the walk interval, so that my body will get used to the running.

Week 2.2

Wow! This walk/run nearly killed me! I decided to try my old crappy uncomfortable running sneakers instead of my tennis shoes. OMG! I don't know if that was the problem or not, but my shins were killing me for all of intervals 1 and 2. They got better for interval 3 and 4, but my legs were getting tired for interval 5 and 6. I will go back to my tennis shoes next run and see if it is any better. If not, I will probably repeat week 2. I can do it, but it's hard, so I would rather repeat it one more time before I go to the next week and do damage by pushing myself too hard.

K - You need to come over here one day to do a run and see how much fun it is running/walking up all these freaking hills! I'm nearly winded after my first 5 min brisk walk since it is up a steep hill!

4.3

Run was fine today. Got a little distracted playing with a cat. I think it's one of the neighbors barn cats. Cute little thing. The back of my thigh started hurting a little, but I pushed through it and made sure to stretch it when I got home. My legs don't really hurt after. The runs are getting easier. I was fine for half of the first 5 minute one and then I was just like omg kill me. The second one I think I was fine for most of it...probably because I know it's my last one. Lol.

First Official Run

Another friend sent me an email today inviting me to participate in the Bedford 5K run/walk on Sunday - in support of Lung Cancer. I think I am gonna try it, since it is a combo run/walk. I know that I will not be able to run the full thing - my runs are currently about 3.75 k, with several walking intervals. I am not sure how I will progress on Week 3, only have day 1 completed. I am thinking of doing either 90 second or 120 sec intervals. But it should be fun and hopefully will keep me motivated for the Fiddlers Run.

I survived!

I did my first run of week 2 today. I guess I'm changing my running days to probably Sunday, Tuesday, Thursday. I didn't mind it much until I got to interval 5. My legs started getting tired then, but I pushed through it. I really had to force myself to continue for interval 6. I decided to count to 90 while I ran because I figured it would help knowing roughly how much longer I had. Didn't work too well. I found that made it feel longer since I knew how much more I had to count. LOL. I'm sure it will just keep getting easier. I stopped on the way back (I was already passt my 5 min cool down walk anyway) to pick some lupins for Ceilidh. She wanted me to go the other way so I could get her flowers, but I figured I would find some going my regular way, and I did only 3 driveways away. I have to re-judge myself to see how far I am running. Since I started the new week with different amounts of running, I can not use my old turning points. This time I ran just past my regular turning driveway (until I finished run 3), then ran straight past my road and went to the first driveway in the other direction (until I almost finished interval 4). I turned before I finished the 4th interval (still running tho), since some steep hills and sharp turns were coming up and I didn't want to be running around the turns and hills and have cars not see me. I ended up having to run up a hill tho since I was still running when I turned around. I need to get a monitor that will tell me distance (I'm assuming those exsist). I am really curious to see how far I am going and if I am really improving as I go.

Run 3.1

You will notice that there is no "a" after the title....I did it....I survived two three minute runs...

I decided to hit the trail today and it is very peaceful. The first three minute run I didn't mind, but the second - I was watching the seconds count down on the app. I was much slower on the second three-minute run interval than I was the rest of the time. I did find the first 90 second run was great. I felt really good.

Last week, I chatted with a runner friend about my legs (left calf hurting and right shin hurting), so it appears that while I am running I tend to favour one leg. So today, I focused on putting equal pressure on each leg. Even while running, I am thinking like an occupational therapist. It definitely worked, my legs were felt pretty good.

I must say I am really enjoying running this time. On my run days, I look forward to work ending so I can go for my run. Maybe it is because I just want to stop working, cuz I do have those feelings on non run days. But I can see how running is addictive. It doesn't matter how far or fast I go. I have a full 30 minutes to myself to unwind from a stressful day at work and I get out some frustrations my hitting the pavement.

Week 4

Yesterday I started week 4 and did another run today. The first one I did was hard. I thought I was going to die! Lol! Today wasn't as bad. It got better. The 3 minute runs are easy now, but the 5 minute...ooo I almost stopped a few times, but my body can keep going. It's just a mental thing thinking I can't do it. But I did it!

The podcast I use slows down the first 5 minute run so that we can make it through the other runs. The 2nd 5 minute run doesn't have the best music at first. It combines two songs at the beginning and the first time I heard it I jumped, lol.

How is everyone else doing?

Run 2.3

I survived...but just barely. Well, that is not completely true. I definitely ran slower today. But that is fine, I still finished the run. My legs are still sore. It is so funny, during run intervals 1-4 by legs are almost begging me to stop running, but during walk interval 4 my legs are begging me to start running again. It just seems REALLY weird to me, but I checked with a runner friend of mine and this is normal. I also found a friend that wanted to come with me, a black and white cat started to follow me.

So I am gonna start week 3 on Saturday. Any bets to how long it is gonna take me to complete week 3. I think I will start on BLT trail, although I will have to go early...DH wants to go to the Seafood festival.

Taking this week off

I will be taking this week off from running. It seems the stomach flu claimed victim number 2 (Chris), so there will be no running today as planned. I will hopefully try to go out at least once or twice anyway to run, but I am not planning on officially doing week 2 until next week when all viruses are out of this house! I don't want to be tired and possibly sore while having to take care of sick people or being sick myself. Not my idea of fun (not that it is fun anyway). I will of course post if/when I get to run this week, as well as reading all other entries!

Exhausted!

I was exhausted today because I watched my sweet niece and nephew and didn't sleep the best, but I don't sleep great anyway. I still went for my run. It was a little tough the 2nd last interval like always, but getting easier. Week 4 next week!

On a side note: I'm thinking of my Halloween costume. I know, it's early, but I want to make it. I want to make a Queen of Hearts costume from the new Alice in Wonderland or the Sweeney Todd Mrs. Lovett costume. Shouldn't be too hard. I figure a Renaissance gown with the right material might be good. Mrs. Lovett is raggedy with a corset. Either or shouldn't be too hard. What do you think??

Run 2.2

Done. No major issues. I did the neighbourhood, since I will be going out to dinner with my lovely sister who is visiting. I think I am running faster, especially for the first few intervals. My legs are sore. I am really hoping there is a hottub at the hotel where my sister is staying, cuz I think it would do me a world of good.

Bought a new sports bra, apparently DH thought I needed some more support when I run. Very comfortable. I also bought a new pair of exercise pants. I am loving the stuff at Walmart; very reasonable prices. I am hoping they will get some decent stuff for winter running, which I am kinda looking forward to (I know I am strange).

Anyways, gotta go get ready for dinner.

Windy Windy Windy

Still ran today. Even though it was windy and a bit rainy. People out here are so nice. Asked me if I wanted a ride because it was raining. Declined of course. But he realized I was out there on purpose. The weather cleared up as I went and just got windy and rainy again when I was at my driveway. I ran yesterday too. Before work, it was a nice day. Anyway, I think next week I'll be ready for week 4.

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OT: HG

http://book.hungry-girl.com/books/5

you can see the recipes in this book. Pictures and calories and stuff. It looks yummy! All I can say is Christmas BBQ is going to be funnn!! lol

OT - Iron Man 2

Just got back from seeing Iron Man 2. It was AWESOME, almost as good as the first. Robert Downey Jr. ROCKS and I thought Mickey Rourke was FABULOUS. The special effects were great as usual. I did find it was a bit slower than the first; however still highly recommended. Looking forward to Toy Story being released on Friday.

Run 2.1b

Okay, I went for a run this morning. I found a great trail that I think you will LOVE K when you move up here. It is the BLT trail and it is surrounded by trees and a lake and every km is marked. It was a very nice run.

The run went fine. I was able to do the entire thing without any stops or breaks, so I will move on to run 2.2. Since I had to have a potty break on Friday, I am not counting it as a completed run.

I am not sure if I am running any faster. I do find at the end of the run I am going slower. I usually run different paths around the neighbourhood, so it is hard to know how far I am running (especially since I had a bit of a break the last time). I am finding that my recovery time is decreasing. When I did run 2.1a, I found that I was only just ready to do the run interval after the 2 minute walk, but today I was almost waiting for the beep to tell me to run. I am finding that my legs are still sore (really hope that goes away soon).

Final run of Week 1

I did my final run today of week 1. I am not having any problems with week 1, so I will be going right into week 2 I believe. just trying to figure out when to start. I am finding I am getting further with my runs. I found today I was 2 1/2 mins faster then I was on my first run. My second run, was a little faster then my 1st, but not by that much (maybe 20 secs), but today I was a lot faster. I am not overly sore at all. My shins are getting sore, but it is only while running really. Everytime my foot hits the ground for my first run interval, my shins were screaming in pain, but it stopped after the first interval and was more of a constant uncomfortable feeling, but not pain. I'm assuming that will just keep getting better tho. New sneakers are out of the question for a bit. We need new tires for the truck desperately! I will have to suffer for a bit longer.

After I got back from my run, I took the kids over to the neighbors to see baby robins, so it was a nice finish to my run!

June 13.

I ran this morning. It's another beautiful day here. I'm still doing week 3, but I found this one a little tougher than usual. Probably because I'm still feeling the effects of my drunken night. I wasn't even active at all yesterday. I did nothing but sleep. But...I got up this morning had a bite to eat and went for a run. I found I was a little slow. And I wanted to quit and pause, but I didn't. Mostly because I don't want to come on here and say I couldn't do it. You guys keep me going.

I have a question. Do you guys find you're getting faster? The past few days, other than today of course, I found I was walking and running faster. Not uber fast or anything. But I'm getting farther and farther in my runs. Anyway, just wondering if you guys are finding that.

Rona did you buy the new HG cookbook? The cocktail book comes out June 22. I'm totally getting it. I want to try the turkey slowcooker recipe in it. Vegetarian version of course.

2nd Run - Week 1

I did my second run this morning. I was supposed to do it yesterday, but I was too busy yesterday morning, and it got too hot yesterday evening (plus I had to help install the new washer/dryer). Now if I have time I need to stay on schedule and do it tomorrow, which will mean I won't have the day off in between. The run went fine. My shins stopped hurting after the 2nd run interval, so hopefully that will get better each time, if not I will have to bite the bullet and try to get good sneakers sooner rather then later. I added a little music to my MP3 player, and I only got to listen to 2 songs for my cool down. I may have to go a little further to make sure I cool down for the full 5 mins. I did the exact same distance this time as I did last time, but I started the program a lot earlier since I knew how to work it this time. I might just start it once I hit the road instead of on my driveway instead. I like have a turning point on my walk, and right now I turn at the first driveway on Beechmont Rd.

Yesterday

So I went for my run after work yesterday. It was good. Beautiful day, but the heat is killing. Going to continue with week 3 this week though.

I think I'm going to take the day off from running today...seeing as I'm a bit hungover. lol.

I went to my WW meeting. I lost 2.6 lbs this week. I took the "magic journal" so I was forced to track. And that really helped me. So I'm going to continue to track. I'm only 3 lbs away from goal again! :D YAY!!

Week 2.1

So this afternoon, was the beginning of week 2. I should also point out that it was extremely warm this afternoon and I am not a fan of the heat.

Anyways, I began with a walk home from work. Darling hubbie came and got my backpack. I was doing FANTASTIC. I don't find it too bad going from 60 sec to 90 sec and I REALLY like the 2 minute recovery walk. However, after run interval 5, I really had to go to the washroom (I hate the heat). I quickly paused by app and ran into the house. Then I went back outside to resume my run.

During the last run interval, I received a text. I didn't look at it and just kept running. A few moments later, I was beginning to think that the 90 sec was never going to end. But I kept going. Finally I heard the application say "one minute left". That's weird, I thought. He usually says that on the final walk. I remember doing the math that it is six 90 sec walks and six 2 minute walks. (Even though I would be running more than week 1, I was excited about less intervals). Anyways, I decided to check the i-phone, and lo and behold, because of the text, I missed him telling me to walk. So my last run was actually 2 minutes 30 sec.

So moral of the story - Hopefully week 3 won't be too bad for me!!!

Non-running victory

Okay, I just went on the Wii Fit and in 12 days I have lost 1.8 pounds....Yay me...And not too bad with all of the birthday cake I have had this week....(BTW - the pumpkin chocolate chip cake was AWESOME)....Will post later about my first run of week 2....

Beautiful Day!

I took yesterday off. I did my 3rd run today for week 3. I'm definitely going to do week 3 again. I think I need at least one more week with it. The first 3 minute run is a little tough for me. The 2nd 3 minute run isn't as bad; I can do it, but the first one I really have to push myself. So I think one more week will be just what I need.

Graduation from Week 1

Today I walked to work in the morning and even brought my running clothes with me so that I could run home. However, I decided that it would be really tough and awkward to run with the backpack, so I decided just to walk home for a bit of an extra warm-up. My darling hubbie brought down my running pouch (and a bottle of water - he is so sweet) and brought the backpack upstairs.

Anyways, today was my third consecutive run that I did without any breaks or pauses. I have officially graduated from Week 1. Week 2 will begin on Friday.

Finally Started!

Well I finally completed my first run for week one. It was fine. My only complaint is about the volume on my MP3 player. LOL. I had to figure out how to change the volume when I got home, which is something I should have done before I went on my run. I had a splitting headache after only 3 intervals because it was max volume. I just kept switching ears then at the end, just took them out since I could still hear it perfectly.

My road isn't exactly the best road to start training on, but then again maybe it is. I will be so used to hills/inclines that nothing will faze me now. Luckily tho, none of my runs happened on the hills, but shortly after I walked up them, so that was a bit tough, but not as tough if I had to run up the hills. I will need to get better sneakers tho eventually. My little ones just don't cut it, and my shins were hurting after a few intervals, which I am only assuming is because there just is not enough cushioning in my sneakers. I do have to learn to pace myself tho. I was going faster then I should have I think, but I still did it.

Second Run of Week 3

Did the second run of week 3. Wasn't really any easier. I think I'm going to do it for another week. Just to make it a little easier. My legs hurt a bit, even though I stretched. Maybe I should stretch more. Doesn't hurt too bad though. The week 3 run doesn't take me as far as the other ones did, so I get to listen to more Harry Potter!!

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Week 3

So I did my first run of Week 3 today and it nearly killed me! But I did it! And I'm going to do it again tomorrow. Week 3 has two 3 minute runs and they landed on hills. Woot! Anyway, my mind was telling me to stop, you can't do this. But I knew better. My body wasn't giving up and neither was I. I have to get past the mental block of I can't do this...because I can do anything I set my mind to!

Congrats Rona on making it through your second run without pausing!! Way to go!!! You are doing awesome!

And Ms Serenity I am waiting for some posts! Lol!

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Run Today

I was EXHAUSTED today!!! The drive home was so long yesterday since it was pouring rain the whole way. Then we visited with family for 3 and 1/2 hours (not that I am complaining because I don't spend all that much time with them). Then we still had another hour drive home. We didn't get home until 11:45. I passed out pretty quickly but I was awoken at 5 in the morning with the loudest thunder I have heard in a long time and I had a hard time getting back to sleep. I was so tired when the alarm went off, I texted a co-worker to tell him that I was going back to bed and would be late. I was an hour late for work. The whole work day was so long, and the rainy weather outside wasn't helping.

Anyways, after work the weather turned nice, so I decided to go for a Run 7 of 3 for Week 1 of the program. Again at interval 4, my legs were getting sore, but I pushed through it and I was able to complete by second consecutive run of the Week 1 program without any breaks or pauses. YAY me!!!!!! My legs were pretty sore afterwards, but after a few stretches they were as good as new.

On Wednesday (weather permitting - although I will run if it is cold and a light rain, but not if it is downpouring), I will attempt to do the third consecutive full run. If I can, I will be moving on to week two. Fingers crossed, cuz I really want to move to the next level.

Kick me!

Make me get off my butt! I don't feel like running. But I have too. I do the entire Podcast, which takes me to the end of my road and a little back. So I listen to books on the walk back. Right now, I'm listening to the Harry Potter books. Yes I know I'm a geek. Updating my mp3 player now.

Anyway, Rona you coming home on Friday?? You should come to the WW meeting with me on Saturday morning. If I don't have to work. And it looks like I won't have to work. And we can go for a run after. I might try the highway. But I walk the rest of the way back. I run the podcast and then walk for 30 mins afterward usually. Dawn got a mp3 player.

Edit: went on my run! Saw a deer. It was pretty cool!
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2nd Run of Week 2

I did my second run for Week 2 today. It went fine and pretty easy as usually. I need to stretch after my run as well Rona. My legs were killing me at work today. Speaking of which the power went out in the morning and didn't come back on until right before I had to leave for work so I had to go to work without a shower. I wasn't happy.

I need to get my eating back on track. I've been doing pretty well with that, but today and yesterday overate a bit. :S Gotta get it back on track.

I'm going to try to go for another run tomorrow and if it's not raining hard, I might go hiking. :)

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Today's run

I was really disappointed that I couldn't go running yesterday. But it was pouring. I went out at lunch to walk over to the mall and it was cold with a little mist in the air, but around 3ish the skies just opened up.... Oh well....

So, I went today. I completed the whole thing. But I did learn a few valuable lessons today:

1) I am really glad that I made a new playlist of music where I played with the order of the music....As much as I love certain songs, only certain songs can be played at the intervals that I want to quit in order to keep me going.

2) I think my body is learning that if I am sore, I will walk the interval. As per usual, my legs were getting progressively sore, so that when I finished run interval 4, my legs were very sore. This time I figured instead of walking interval 5, I paused the app and walked until my legs were better. Then I resumed with run interval 5. The goal of week 1 is to run 8-one minute intervals and I should not cheat myself. So now hopefully my body will learn that you may need to walk, but the entire workout will take longer.

3) I NEED TO STRETCH. I think that is what is causing a lot of my problems with my legs. I really need to stretch. Being an occupational therapist, I really should know better. So, before I leave to do my run on Saturday I will stretch.

Hopefully Saturday's run will be a lot better with the lessons I have learned today.

Great Website

A friend of mine told me about a great website - mapmyrun.com . I am not sure how good it will be for the country. I use it here in Hali and I can plot my entire run. I can zoom in enough to see my apartment and then I click the path I have followed. It is even useful to use when there are no streets. I have even used it to include the times that I run around the Superstore building. You can even log in and save records of your progress.