Fitness Update

I have been doing a great job of tracking with both spark people and weight watchers. I have lost 5 lbs in the past two weeks. I have been really proud of myself for tracking everything even when Phil and I went to South Carolina this past weekend where they have pralines! I love pralines. I am looking forward to running with Galloway group this weekend... 10 miles. The last long run before my half in 2 weeks. I am already starting to get slightly nervous but as long as I use the Galloway method I feel like I will certainly be successful! :)

Training Plan

After my Monday run... It was 65 degrees out. So beautiful!

Recently I haven't been making it to the Galloway runs because it has been in the teens in the mornings which doesn't sound like to much fun to me. But I'm very proud that I have continued running and training with the help of Hayleigh who goes to the gym almost every day.

Our school has a room with weights and a few machines that are for teacher use after school. I have been using the elliptical and recumbent bike when they are working. It is great to be able to catch up with other teachers as well as Hay after the work day. 

This week's training plan:

Monday: Ran 2.11 miles (9:40 pace) Fastest I have ran in a few years but had to cut the run short because I desperately needed to stretch.

Tuesday: rest day

Wednesday: Elliptical minimum of 30 minutes

Thursday: 30 minute run

Friday: yoga/rest day

Saturday: Galloway run 8 miles

Sunday: Pure Barre class

I signed up for a deal at a brand new Pure Barre location opening up less than 10 minutes from my apartment. I have never done it before so I am really looking forward to trying it for a few weeks. If you are interested in trying it out here is their website: http://www.purebarre.com

Training Week 2

                                    

   

                                                 (My new running shoes: they feel great!)

After an okay first week of training it felt great to get in the necessary amount of running/cardio in. 

Monday: 

I did water aerobics in the pool for about 45 minutes. It felt great! I love water aerobics especially the frog moves. Hayleigh and Emily taught me some new moves which were great and difficult at the same time. I also did planks and sit-ups for a core workout that I could feel the rest of the week.

Tuesday:

I had been frustrated with my running shoes fit since week one and it came to a full fit on Tuesday when mid run with Sue I popped off my shoes and decided to walk back with my very expensive Belega socks on. I don't think they are ruined, thankfully! We got in 2 miles of walk/run.

Wednesday:

Rest Day/I went in and traded in my running shoes and got the pair that I have now. They feel great! 

Thursday: 

4 mile walk/run with Sue which was super slow because of the 100% humidity. I swear that it feels like 150%. You would think running at 5:15 am it would be somewhat cool but it was brutal. 

Friday:

60 minutes on elliptical which was a blast. I love that machine. I bought a compact one a few months ago which doesn't have the arm things but it does help my abs by keeping me balanced on the machine. I also did a few arm workouts including tricep kickbacks.

Saturday:

I drank lots of water all day on Friday because I was really dehydrated on Thursday after my run. I ran 6 miles on the treadmill. Although, I would have preferred to have run outside I didn't want to run on the lake before the sun came up. And, the ultra benefit of the gym is that there is no humidity and I setthe temperature to 62 degrees. Ahh...nice cool running. 

Sunday: 

Rest Day

Good/bad: I certainly need to make sure I drink a lot of water! I felt great on Saturday even though usually I have slight soreness in my hips when I do over 6 miles. I think the training plan is working great for me and I am excited to see how much farther I can push myself. Excited for week 3! :) 

Is anyone training for a race or a big event? How is your training going?