Holiday break schedule and family in town is throwing my training schedule off slightly, but not too bad. I got in a little wii fit yesterday and a lot of 'mall' walking! :) Today I was supposed to run 3 miles. I did get it done, but had to stop half way into it for a couple of minutes. Still, 3.02 in 38:11.
Rob and I are doing the Vystar Gator Bowl Run on New Year's eve. It sort of messes up the schedule, but I'll make it work!
Good news is that I burned enough calories that I'm going to go eat the rest of the cheesy hashbrown potatoes that are left over from Christmas.....yessssssssssss
Tuesday, December 28, 2010
Saturday, December 25, 2010
4 miles!
Merry Christmas! Got some new ear-buds today and a new sports watch. I'm a super gadgeted runner! Rob and I ran 4 miles today in 46.22. I had eaten so much at "brunch"....like 1800 calories worth that I had to take a nap! When I got up from my nap I did not want to run, but today is the 'long' run day and my schedule says 4 miles so I went anyways. I drank my 5 hour energy drink and hoped for the best. For the first 12 minutes I felt barfy and gross. I thought I was going to drag the whole way through, but at about 13 minutes I actually felt pretty good. I think this was the first time running that I didn't curse every step I took. Every time I meet my distance goal I always think I couldn't have run one step more, but today I finished and thought I could have gone a little further. That was exciting to me and gave me a little hope that maybe I'm gonna meet my goal after all!!!!
Must confess that I have some catching up to do on my scripture reading goal though! Anyways end of week 2 of training. 10 more weeks to go!
Must confess that I have some catching up to do on my scripture reading goal though! Anyways end of week 2 of training. 10 more weeks to go!
Friday, December 24, 2010
Lose it!
My friend Andrea was writing on facebook about this app called "Lose it!", so I downloaded it onto my iPhone and it looks pretty cool. I put in that I wanted to lose 6lbs in 12 weeks, so it's got me losing 1/2 a pound a week and taking in 1457 calories a day, but I get to add back calories for calories I burn exercising. I type in what I eat and it searches for that food and puts in the calories for me.
Anyways I got to add back in 87 calories for today for my Yogalates workout! The whole breathing stuff is tricky to me, but when I focus on it I can feel the exercises doing more for me.
Anyways I got to add back in 87 calories for today for my Yogalates workout! The whole breathing stuff is tricky to me, but when I focus on it I can feel the exercises doing more for me.
Thursday, December 23, 2010
Running tips I like
By Sara Cox Landolt
For Active.com
"It's your form that gets you to the finish line," said San Diego Track Club coach Paul Greer during GOTRIbal's 2010 conference and retreat. Running form is especially important when you're tired.
Despite a no-show from traditionally sunny skies, Greer's upbeat, positive coaching style put attendees at ease as they tried movements, drills and exercises on the lawn at the Hyatt Regency Mission Bay Spa in San Diego.
Here are three simple tricks Greer teaches his athletes to keep them relaxed and in good form while on the run.
Lightly press your thumb and forefinger together. This gives you something to focus on so you don't clench your fists and tighten up especially when you're tired. Tension spreads--tight fists turn into tight shoulders and tight shoulders tend to pull your body backwards.
Don't cross your arms across your body. Keep your elbows at a 90-degree angle and swing your arms back to front while keeping your shoulders relaxed. Your arms should travel up to your chest and down to your hips like your hand is reaching into your pocket for your keys.
Envision yourself standing tall. When we're tired, we tend to slump a little and our stride length changes. Picture a string coming out the top of your head and pulling you up toward the sky.
For Active.com
"It's your form that gets you to the finish line," said San Diego Track Club coach Paul Greer during GOTRIbal's 2010 conference and retreat. Running form is especially important when you're tired.
Despite a no-show from traditionally sunny skies, Greer's upbeat, positive coaching style put attendees at ease as they tried movements, drills and exercises on the lawn at the Hyatt Regency Mission Bay Spa in San Diego.
Here are three simple tricks Greer teaches his athletes to keep them relaxed and in good form while on the run.
Lightly press your thumb and forefinger together. This gives you something to focus on so you don't clench your fists and tighten up especially when you're tired. Tension spreads--tight fists turn into tight shoulders and tight shoulders tend to pull your body backwards.
Don't cross your arms across your body. Keep your elbows at a 90-degree angle and swing your arms back to front while keeping your shoulders relaxed. Your arms should travel up to your chest and down to your hips like your hand is reaching into your pocket for your keys.
Envision yourself standing tall. When we're tired, we tend to slump a little and our stride length changes. Picture a string coming out the top of your head and pulling you up toward the sky.
Didn't wanna, glad I did though
I really don't 'like' running. I only like having run!
I was vacationing at Universal in Orlando the last couple of days. Ate tons of junk! Not that I wanted to, it's just all they offer in the park. I was looking for Disney's carts with fruit and pickles, only found nacho cheese and churros. So I got home today and having taken the last couple of days off since I was walking the park I didn't want to run, but needed to. BAD.
Did 2 miles on the treadmill in 25.02. I don't know why I'm so much slower on the treadmill than outside. Glad it's done.
Gonna go bake some goodies and eat them with the family now. Ha ha!
I was vacationing at Universal in Orlando the last couple of days. Ate tons of junk! Not that I wanted to, it's just all they offer in the park. I was looking for Disney's carts with fruit and pickles, only found nacho cheese and churros. So I got home today and having taken the last couple of days off since I was walking the park I didn't want to run, but needed to. BAD.
Did 2 miles on the treadmill in 25.02. I don't know why I'm so much slower on the treadmill than outside. Glad it's done.
Gonna go bake some goodies and eat them with the family now. Ha ha!
Monday, December 20, 2010
Day 1, Week 2
For my scripture reading part of my goal....I'm finished with 1st Nephi. Leaving for Orlando today so for my race training I did Tuesday's short run today. 2 miles 25:35. Did half of it on a 1% incline....big difference!!!
Saturday, December 18, 2010
End of week 1
At the end of each week is the long run of the week for the training. My run today was 3.5 miles at 40:55. It was tough, but not as tough as last week's run. So that's good. I'm starting to get a blister on my left foot's pinky toe. Might need new shoes?
I managed to squeeze in yesterday's cross training workout which I guess is just going to be my yogalates workout until I can figure something different (although Louise did promise the body of my dreams if I'll do her dvd 3x a week for 3 mos.). I have to do the workout with my shoes on while they are just barefoot because those stretchy bands slide off my bare feet. My feet don't grip the bands like their super powered yoga feet do. And when I let go of the bands after I've gripped it for an exercise it takes me a minute to un-grip. My hands feel like they are stuck in grip mode and it kinda hurts. I don't think that should hurt more than the exercise itself, right?
Anyways, done with week 1. Tomorrow is my rest day. 11 more weeks to go! Up to date on my scripture reading as well!
I managed to squeeze in yesterday's cross training workout which I guess is just going to be my yogalates workout until I can figure something different (although Louise did promise the body of my dreams if I'll do her dvd 3x a week for 3 mos.). I have to do the workout with my shoes on while they are just barefoot because those stretchy bands slide off my bare feet. My feet don't grip the bands like their super powered yoga feet do. And when I let go of the bands after I've gripped it for an exercise it takes me a minute to un-grip. My hands feel like they are stuck in grip mode and it kinda hurts. I don't think that should hurt more than the exercise itself, right?
Anyways, done with week 1. Tomorrow is my rest day. 11 more weeks to go! Up to date on my scripture reading as well!
Friday, December 17, 2010
5 Tips for a Better Treadmill Workout | Active.com
Since I'm doing a lot of treadmill running now, I was interested in this article. It has some really interesting facts that I was not aware of and want to come back to...
5 Tips for a Better Treadmill Workout | Active.com
5 Tips for a Better Treadmill Workout | Active.com
Thursday, December 16, 2010
How did I do that?
Not feeling good today. Sore throat, Headache most of the day, tummy issues. I thought I'd take today as my "rest" day since the training schedule allows for one a week, but I decided to give it a try anyways. Made 2.5 miles in 32 minutes. I don't know how I did it. Go me.
Tuesday, December 14, 2010
Sherry Pearberry Salad
I made the most delicious salad. Got to preserve the ingredients list so I can make it again because it was yummy. Romaine lettuce, sliced boiled egg, sliced pears, raspberries, broccoli slaw (has broccoli, carrots, and cabbage in slaw slices- comes in a bag at Publix), caramelized pecan and walnut pieces, roasted pumpkin seeds, parmesan cheese, and a few garlic croutons with a raspberry vinaigrette. yep, yummy!
It's been a long day. I had a hard time finding time to fit in today's workout, but I did squeeze it in. Today's training schedule called for cross-training for 30 minutes. I laughed because the picture shows someone swimming. Yeah right Mr. Doug Alred adapting Hal Higdon's training schedule...I am not getting in my pool. It's freezing outside! So, I did my yogalates dvd again and did 10 mins at a max incline on the treadmill. Best I could do for cross-training today!
It's been a long day. I had a hard time finding time to fit in today's workout, but I did squeeze it in. Today's training schedule called for cross-training for 30 minutes. I laughed because the picture shows someone swimming. Yeah right Mr. Doug Alred adapting Hal Higdon's training schedule...I am not getting in my pool. It's freezing outside! So, I did my yogalates dvd again and did 10 mins at a max incline on the treadmill. Best I could do for cross-training today!
Adapton
I was just curious about this substance. Ran across it in reference book I have called "Disease Prevention and Treatment" published by Life Extension Media. It says an adaptogen 'is a substance that helps the body deal with and recover from stress. By balancing various organ systems, herbal adaptogens also help us feel more vital and energetic.' Adapton is a product used mostly in Europe and Japan. Active ingredient Garum amoricum extract which 'acts as a precursor to endorphins and other neurotransmitters that exert a regulatory effect on the nervous system.' Works at the cellular level....What is garum? It's a deep sea fish!
Fry me up some Garum!
I know I need to do better at my fish intake. Supplements are great, but you have to be really smart about the balance and synergy of it all. Excesses of isolated vitamins produce the same effects as deficiencies. I have found most doctors aren't really all that into checking for optimal vitamin/mineral usage. Just checking for deficiency.
Anyways, day two of 15K training. The training schedule called for a 2 mile run which I did on the treadmill thank heavens since it is 27 freaking degrees outside in what is supposed to be Florida! Did it in 25:32. And I'm on Ch 9 of 1st Nephi!
Fry me up some Garum!
I know I need to do better at my fish intake. Supplements are great, but you have to be really smart about the balance and synergy of it all. Excesses of isolated vitamins produce the same effects as deficiencies. I have found most doctors aren't really all that into checking for optimal vitamin/mineral usage. Just checking for deficiency.
Anyways, day two of 15K training. The training schedule called for a 2 mile run which I did on the treadmill thank heavens since it is 27 freaking degrees outside in what is supposed to be Florida! Did it in 25:32. And I'm on Ch 9 of 1st Nephi!
Monday, December 13, 2010
Day 1 of Week 1
So, today officially starts my 15K training. I'm curious to see how this all turns out because as it is, it's everything I've got to run a 5K. Hopefully it gets easier. Today's task was to strengthen and stretch for 30 minutes. I did a Yoga & Pilates workout. Louise Solomon Yogalates dvd workout. Went fine. I'm kinda shaky on some of those poses and stretches. Louise tells me that if I do her dvd workout 3x a week for 3 months that I'll have the body I've always dreamed of. I don't think I can stand it though, it's relaxing, but boring.
A few start out things to note, that I hope to be able to compare later. I am 126.6 right now. Hormone and vitamin levels all read normal. My cholesterol levels all read within the normal range, but they could be better. Blood sugar normal too. My sister and husband tell me kindly that my fatigue is in my head. That means something is wrong with my head! I have added a goal to my physical exercise training goal of running the 15k and that is to read the whole Book of Mormon by March 12th (Date of River Run). So, adding a spiritual goal too. (My religion reads the Bible too, for those who might not know, the Book of Mormon is another testament of Jesus Christ- this record is "of God's dealings with the ancient inhabitants of the Americas and contains, as does the Bible, the fulness of the everlasting gospel." - taken from introduction. Going to exercise spiritually and physically the best I can for the next 3 months and see how I feel afterwards. I'm also starting out with a little bit of pain in my right knee. Hoping to strengthen that knee too...it's from an old HS injury that resulted in arthroscopic surgery to remove torn cartilage. I'll get it checked out if it gets worse, but over the years, when it starts to hurt it responds to strengthening those muscles around the knee, so I'm going to give that a shot first.
A few start out things to note, that I hope to be able to compare later. I am 126.6 right now. Hormone and vitamin levels all read normal. My cholesterol levels all read within the normal range, but they could be better. Blood sugar normal too. My sister and husband tell me kindly that my fatigue is in my head. That means something is wrong with my head! I have added a goal to my physical exercise training goal of running the 15k and that is to read the whole Book of Mormon by March 12th (Date of River Run). So, adding a spiritual goal too. (My religion reads the Bible too, for those who might not know, the Book of Mormon is another testament of Jesus Christ- this record is "of God's dealings with the ancient inhabitants of the Americas and contains, as does the Bible, the fulness of the everlasting gospel." - taken from introduction. Going to exercise spiritually and physically the best I can for the next 3 months and see how I feel afterwards. I'm also starting out with a little bit of pain in my right knee. Hoping to strengthen that knee too...it's from an old HS injury that resulted in arthroscopic surgery to remove torn cartilage. I'll get it checked out if it gets worse, but over the years, when it starts to hurt it responds to strengthening those muscles around the knee, so I'm going to give that a shot first.
Sunday, December 12, 2010
New Goal- 12 weeks to a 15K!
Just got new lab blood work back.... all normal. Both good news and bad news. The bad news being that I was hoping to find some reason for the fatigue plaguing me. I've made changes to diet and exercises, but still find myself feeling sluggish. It's been pretty cold lately and I'm not a fan. I know I'm a wimpy Florida gal, but I just don't like it. I seem to feel more fatigue in the colder weather, maybe I've got that seasonal disorder thing!
I coached a Girls on the Run team for 12 weeks this fall and built back up endurance to run a 5K. Ran 5K for that, and the week before ran 5k of a 6k (brisk walked the rest) in the Outback Classic and then last night ran the Festival of Lights 5K- took me about 36 minutes. I got a new treadmill for my birthday so I am going to use it to train for the Gate River Run. We'll see how that goes.
I went and bought myself an energy armor bracelet to let those ions go to work for me. Go ions Go!
I coached a Girls on the Run team for 12 weeks this fall and built back up endurance to run a 5K. Ran 5K for that, and the week before ran 5k of a 6k (brisk walked the rest) in the Outback Classic and then last night ran the Festival of Lights 5K- took me about 36 minutes. I got a new treadmill for my birthday so I am going to use it to train for the Gate River Run. We'll see how that goes.
I went and bought myself an energy armor bracelet to let those ions go to work for me. Go ions Go!
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