Today marks the first day of my second week of becoming a runner. I did not lose nor did I gain any weight this week, but the main thing is, I was able to walk/run 5 out 7 days this past week. I feel great, although my legs are a little sore. I'm looking forward to this second week of the 8 week program, hopefully it will be a little bit easier as far as my endurance level goes. I just keep reminding myself about the results I could have after just 4 weeks of the program.
Good Luck to all the other team members of All In Stride!
Saturday, January 31, 2009
Call me crazy
It is 21 degrees at 6:30 on this brisk Saturday morning.
I'm going to run 8 miles. What are you doing?
*****
Great run this morning- it was hard leaving the comfort of my car's seat warmer, but worth every minute. After about the first mile, I was warm and in a great pace.
I'm going to run 8 miles. What are you doing?
*****
Great run this morning- it was hard leaving the comfort of my car's seat warmer, but worth every minute. After about the first mile, I was warm and in a great pace.
Thursday, January 29, 2009
Zoo Run Run or Walk Walk!
The Zoo run (walk) was a great time! We arrived about 2:00 in 31 degree weather. We bundled up the kids and went over to listen to the music and mingle with all the other "walkers". We were at the end of the line because we were non timed walkers with strollers. Our goal for this run was to not finish last and enjoy doing something with our sons. Both were accomplished. It took us about an hour to finish but considering, Kingston (my son) was cold and cried the entire time, had to have a bottle made for him in the middle of the race and insisted I carry him for part of it we did pretty good. We're pretty sure if we didn't have the set backs we could have finished in about 40 minutes! The big thing for us was that we registered, we got out there and completed a 5K. Sure we might not have won any awards but we felt wonderful crossing that finish line and next year we might just be in the other lane with the timed runners!!
Here are a few pictures from the race!
I'm still training for the Predators 5K and it's going pretty good considering how cold it's been. I've been doing a lot of cross training inside and doing as much as I can stand outside. It really helps that I have already paid for this race and am doing it with a group of people that are counting on me. I've always read that if you find a race and pay the fee you are more likely to stick with the training, I now believe that. There have been times when I probably would have said oh I'll just start again when it gets warm but since I'm already committed I can't give up so I push even when I think I can't. And I'm noticing some changes in how my clothes are fitting which is also a little motivating :)!!
Here are a few pictures from the race!
I'm still training for the Predators 5K and it's going pretty good considering how cold it's been. I've been doing a lot of cross training inside and doing as much as I can stand outside. It really helps that I have already paid for this race and am doing it with a group of people that are counting on me. I've always read that if you find a race and pay the fee you are more likely to stick with the training, I now believe that. There have been times when I probably would have said oh I'll just start again when it gets warm but since I'm already committed I can't give up so I push even when I think I can't. And I'm noticing some changes in how my clothes are fitting which is also a little motivating :)!!
Monday, January 26, 2009
Don't forget to cross train!
When I first started running (9 months ago), I used www.runnersworld.com as a tool to understanding a training schedule.
The calendar basically had me running/walking three days a week (which I still follow) with the off days labeled as XT/Rest. I figured, sweet- rest four days a week!
No. XT= Cross Train. They just throw in "rest" to make sure you choose a day to take off.
Now that I am cross training, I can really feel the difference- especially my endurance level. Cross training basically means choose any exercise besides cardio to do the days you aren't running. If you aren't running or walking- say, if you're doing yoga three times a week, then you can mix it up by adding cardio and so on.
There are plenty of other cross training ideas on Runner's World (here is a sample for beginner core strengthening)- free weights, yoga, spinning... And you can pretty much adapt any gym workout to your own living room. No weights? Dig in your pantry for some canned foods- no kidding- that's what I do!
And try browsing You Tube for some workout videos. If you have a fitness channel, turn it on between your favorite shows in the evenings. Or do some stretches and jumping jacks between commercials- By the time you've watched an hour-long show, you could burn 200-400 calories!!! That's at least half your dinner.
On the marathon training front, I ran 11 miles with a group on Saturday. It really makes a difference running with several people- and I got lucky meeting up with a group who has been running together for about six years! I am getting great input from these guys and gals and it makes the run go by so fast.
How are ya'll doing? How is the training coming?
Sarah B.
RUNNING IS AWESOME!
Mom, Sarah B. and E at the Germantown Bier Run 5K
The calendar basically had me running/walking three days a week (which I still follow) with the off days labeled as XT/Rest. I figured, sweet- rest four days a week!
No. XT= Cross Train. They just throw in "rest" to make sure you choose a day to take off.
Now that I am cross training, I can really feel the difference- especially my endurance level. Cross training basically means choose any exercise besides cardio to do the days you aren't running. If you aren't running or walking- say, if you're doing yoga three times a week, then you can mix it up by adding cardio and so on.
There are plenty of other cross training ideas on Runner's World (here is a sample for beginner core strengthening)- free weights, yoga, spinning... And you can pretty much adapt any gym workout to your own living room. No weights? Dig in your pantry for some canned foods- no kidding- that's what I do!
And try browsing You Tube for some workout videos. If you have a fitness channel, turn it on between your favorite shows in the evenings. Or do some stretches and jumping jacks between commercials- By the time you've watched an hour-long show, you could burn 200-400 calories!!! That's at least half your dinner.
On the marathon training front, I ran 11 miles with a group on Saturday. It really makes a difference running with several people- and I got lucky meeting up with a group who has been running together for about six years! I am getting great input from these guys and gals and it makes the run go by so fast.
How are ya'll doing? How is the training coming?
Sarah B.
RUNNING IS AWESOME!
Mom, Sarah B. and E at the Germantown Bier Run 5K
Thursday, January 22, 2009
Ok so I'm a new runner. Very very new. I have been working out steadily (about 6 days a week) for a little over a year now but mostly I've just been taking classes at the YMCA. I do walk on the treadmill sometimes but in 2009 I decide to try and kick it up and add running to my weekly work outs but wasn't sure where to begin.
I found a website (http://www.coolrunning.com/engine/2/2_3/181.shtml) that has a program called "Couch to 5K." It is a 9 week program set to help the average person start running even if you aren't in the best shape to begin with. I'm on work out #3 of the 2nd week and doing ok so far. I am running on the treadmill though and not pavement (I've heard pavement is more difficult but I'm not sure?) because it is freezing outside here and I'm a big baby about the cold! I am hoping to run (not run/walk - RUN) my first 5K by May...It will be for the Humane Society in Louisville. I'll keep you guys posted on my progress and anyone has any "newbie" tips then please let me know!
I found a website (http://www.coolrunning.com/engine/2/2_3/181.shtml) that has a program called "Couch to 5K." It is a 9 week program set to help the average person start running even if you aren't in the best shape to begin with. I'm on work out #3 of the 2nd week and doing ok so far. I am running on the treadmill though and not pavement (I've heard pavement is more difficult but I'm not sure?) because it is freezing outside here and I'm a big baby about the cold! I am hoping to run (not run/walk - RUN) my first 5K by May...It will be for the Humane Society in Louisville. I'll keep you guys posted on my progress and anyone has any "newbie" tips then please let me know!
Tuesday, January 20, 2009
Map My Blank.
There is a cool cluster of web sites out there- Map My ________. Hike, Bike, Run, Ride... any choice really (they probably even have map my swim!). The site is multifaceted- it integrates google maps omnipotent skills to help the participant keep track of the paths taken, as well as training goals and suggestions, as well as a social networking aspect. It's fairly trippy. ( I'm So Punny!)
Now, I am not one of those gps people. I don't have Nike's that commune with my ipod- but I really like this website. I haven't updated it in quite a bit of time- so maybe my fitness goal for this week (besides ten bikram classes) is to retrace the steps I typically take, when on my dog walkin job, or when tromping up mountains with my mountaineering friends.
I'd like to know if you marathoners out there would find this useful at all...
Happy Trails!
kaycee
Now, I am not one of those gps people. I don't have Nike's that commune with my ipod- but I really like this website. I haven't updated it in quite a bit of time- so maybe my fitness goal for this week (besides ten bikram classes) is to retrace the steps I typically take, when on my dog walkin job, or when tromping up mountains with my mountaineering friends.
I'd like to know if you marathoners out there would find this useful at all...
Happy Trails!
kaycee
Monday, January 19, 2009
Zoo 5K January 24
For those in the Nashville area, the Nashville Zoo Run will be held Jan. 24 at 3 p.m. Although this race is timed by the Nashville Striders some of it is off-road and many people walk with their children (who they usually dress up like animals) in strollers.
My New Year's Resolution was to start running and I thought this would be a good event to start with. Since I'm taking my 10 month old son, I will be walking with a friend but I think getting out there is the first step. I started training on January 5th and am using a 5 week to 5K plan I found on the Internet. It combines alternating running and walking and doing some other kind of activity on your off days. For the off days I've been using the Comcast Exercise OnDemand and it is kicking my butt but I am getting results.
As for The Zoo Run I'm planning on taking it slow, enjoying the environment and being with my cute baby, dressed as an animal of course. I've really enjoyed my training so far and I think this will be a perfect start to my running/walking career. I hope to see many of you there!
Please post
Runners, walkers, race participants, those seeking a more active lifestlye:
Please contribute to this blog! I have already sent a few e-mails out, but please spread the word! I would love this blog to become more of a forum for us to swap stories, share ideas and training tips and encourage one another.
This means- add your photos! Add links- help us make this a great way to network and help others get more information and stay motivated!
Sarah B.
Week 3- Family Affair
I have decided to document my journey to my first marathon (Country Music), which will be held in April. I am in week 3 of a 16-week training regiment.
This morning, my mom, sister and I decided to brave the snow and headed to our city's greenway trail to run. Mom and sis will be running the half together, and I'll take the full solo.
It was a brisk, windy 32-degree run. We ran 4.5 miles in about 50 minutes with a warm up and cool down of about a half mile.
I am using a training program I found on Runner's World: SmartCoach. It is based on my half-marathon time (St. Jude Memphis Marathon) which I ran in December with my mom and our friend, Kim. Mom and I finished hand-in-hand with a time of about 2:14.
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