January 6th: Bring on the Pain.
We jumped right in. I did a 6 minute warm up on the treadmill. She suggested besides just running that I should work on walking at different speeds up hills. There is no set pattern, just play around and see what works for me.
I felt good that I was able to do most of the exercises that she had me do. I am also able to do a lot of these at home because I have an exercise ball and some small weights.
The Side Plank was the one exercise that we had to modify because I could not get it.
The Standing Cross Over Stretch was also a struggle for me.
I realize that I am very stiff! Even though it hurts I need to do a better job stretching.
Tuesday, January 25, 2011
Running x 2
Monday January 3rd:
It has been awhile...starting slow.
Wednesday January 5th:
Doubled my distance.
I think I should have gotten 1 size larger for my Vibram's....they hurt when I put them on this week.
It has been awhile...starting slow.
| distance | time | Pace | HR Avg. | Calories |
| 1.00 | 11:05 | 11:06 | 139 | 116 |
Wednesday January 5th:
Doubled my distance.
| distance | time | Pace | HR Avg. | Calories |
| 2.01 | 23:23 | 11:37 | 169 | 230 |
I think I should have gotten 1 size larger for my Vibram's....they hurt when I put them on this week.
Starting the Year Off Right!!!!
I have a 6 month membership for Oak Marr Rec Center and 6 1-hour Personal Trainer Sessions!
I am going to meet with my personal trainer (Karen) about once a week. She was recommended to me as a good trainer and will get me into shape.
I am excited and nervous!!!
I am going to meet with my personal trainer (Karen) about once a week. She was recommended to me as a good trainer and will get me into shape.
I am excited and nervous!!!
The Month of December
My Calendar is BLANK...but my mind is thinking of exercise.
I have decided that I feel better about myself when I am in shape and actively running or doing something. So after the holidays (because of family visits, Disney World, Christmas time) I am going to join Oak Marr Rec Center and possibly get a personal trainer.
Things I know.
I have decided that I feel better about myself when I am in shape and actively running or doing something. So after the holidays (because of family visits, Disney World, Christmas time) I am going to join Oak Marr Rec Center and possibly get a personal trainer.
Things I know.
- I am too much of a wimp to run in this bitter cold.
- I am motivated when at school but when I get home to the cold house that motivation disappears.
- I don't know what I am doing in a gym so I need some help.
- I need something that I am not required to sign a year contract for or have an enrollment fee.
The Month of November 2010
Sporadic At Best
Monday the 8th. Melissa and I went for a run. We went 2.14 miles. It was slow.
Monday the 22nd. The weather was nice so Matt and I went for a run/jog together. We decided to run to the Schaller's house where we talked with John about his amazing 50 MILER race!!! Then we ran home. It sure did cool off quickly during our stop.
Saturday the 27th. Melissa and I headed out again. We went 2.20 miles. Again it was slow.
Monday the 29th. Melissa and I took the dogs and went for a run. It was my first time ever really running with a dog. I had Theo and he was pretty good. We had to stop several times for them to pee and such so our time was slower, but it was an enjoyable run. I would run with the dogs again.
Monday the 8th. Melissa and I went for a run. We went 2.14 miles. It was slow.
Monday the 22nd. The weather was nice so Matt and I went for a run/jog together. We decided to run to the Schaller's house where we talked with John about his amazing 50 MILER race!!! Then we ran home. It sure did cool off quickly during our stop.
Saturday the 27th. Melissa and I headed out again. We went 2.20 miles. Again it was slow.
Monday the 29th. Melissa and I took the dogs and went for a run. It was my first time ever really running with a dog. I had Theo and he was pretty good. We had to stop several times for them to pee and such so our time was slower, but it was an enjoyable run. I would run with the dogs again.
Thursday, November 4, 2010
The Month of October
It is hard to imagine that a year ago I ran the Marine Corps Marathon...It was a rough race overall, but the first 13 miles felt amazing. And now I struggle with 3 miles.
Monday October 4th. I continue to run in my Five Fingers. They are starting to feel better and I am getting used to running and being able to feel all of the stuff under my feet.
Tuesday October 5th. My calves were sore so I decided to switch back to my Asics for the run. I noticed at the end of the race my hips hurt. My knee has been sore with both shoes.
Thursday October 7th. I continue in my Asics. It was a rough run. My legs felt very heavy.
Saturday October 9th. I am back in my Five Fingers. This week the runs are getting a little easier.
Sunday October 10th. In my Asics. I went for my longest run in awhile. 5 miles on the W&OD. This is one of the easiest ways for me to go for long runs since I don't have to really worry about where I am going. I walked a fair amount, but it was a decent pace.
Monday October 25th. Back in the Five Fingers for a slow 2 mile run.
Wednesday October 27th. The best run yet in my Fingers. Total of 2 miles at a 11:41 min pace. This is a minute per mile faster than my last run of the same distance.
Saturday October 30th. We walked to the Capitol end of the National Mall from Rosslyn which was about 3 miles. Then we stood for about 3 hours and then we walked back 3 miles to the car. Fun day. Nice weather.
Monday October 4th. I continue to run in my Five Fingers. They are starting to feel better and I am getting used to running and being able to feel all of the stuff under my feet.
Tuesday October 5th. My calves were sore so I decided to switch back to my Asics for the run. I noticed at the end of the race my hips hurt. My knee has been sore with both shoes.
Thursday October 7th. I continue in my Asics. It was a rough run. My legs felt very heavy.
Saturday October 9th. I am back in my Five Fingers. This week the runs are getting a little easier.
Sunday October 10th. In my Asics. I went for my longest run in awhile. 5 miles on the W&OD. This is one of the easiest ways for me to go for long runs since I don't have to really worry about where I am going. I walked a fair amount, but it was a decent pace.
Monday October 25th. Back in the Five Fingers for a slow 2 mile run.
Wednesday October 27th. The best run yet in my Fingers. Total of 2 miles at a 11:41 min pace. This is a minute per mile faster than my last run of the same distance.
Saturday October 30th. We walked to the Capitol end of the National Mall from Rosslyn which was about 3 miles. Then we stood for about 3 hours and then we walked back 3 miles to the car. Fun day. Nice weather.
The Month of September
Tuesday September 14th. It was a nice day for the run. I ran the entire thing.
| distance | time | Pace | HR Avg. | Calories |
| 3.28 | 41:12 | 12:33 | 165 | 354 |
Saturday September 18th. I bought new shoes. I bought the Vibram Five Fingers! They say to start out slow.
| distance | time | Pace | HR Avg. | Calories |
| 1.00 | 11:35 | 11:35 | 118 | 114 |
Sunday September 19th. I felt great after the last run so I decided (maybe not smartly) to go for another run in the 5 Fingers.
| distance | time | Pace | HR Avg. | Calories |
| 1.00 | 11:03 | 11:03 | 170 | 120 |
Sunday September 26th. A week has passed. My calves have been sore. But I am feeling well so I decided to try a 2 mile run.
| distance | time | Pace | HR Avg. | Calories |
| 2.02 | 25:12 | 12:29 | 100 | 223 |
Pros & Cons of FiveFingers. I am not sure what I think about the shoes yet.
Pro: I hate shoes
Pro: My hips do not hurt!!!
Con: My little toe feels smashed.
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