Since I finished the C25K program I decided to move onto the bridge to 10k program. I cant imagine actually being able to run a 10k six weeks from now, but its worth a shot. Day 1 was 10 minutes of with a 1 minute running break. The 1 minute breaks went so fast! It was almost like not having a break at all...my legs felt like jello.
Apparently I am running another 5k on Saturday. I wonder if rest and food will make a difference in my time. I better get another t-shirt.
Next run tomorrow!
Tuesday, October 19, 2010
Sunday, October 17, 2010
C25k graduate!!!!!!!
October 16, 2010
Oct 16 was my final day doing the couch to 5k program. I decided to graduate by running the 1st annual, Shape up AZ and Fit City Chandler 5k, in Chandler, AZ!
With Mallery by my side we took off at 8am. Mallery, being the amazing friend she is, decided to document the entire journey. While I was jogging ( and suffering, dieing, getting sun burned, etc. ) she jogged circles around me taking pictures from many angles. She also said motivational sayings such as "You're looking strong!" and "You can do it!" I would not have made it through the race with out her.
During the race, I wasn't feeling very strong. The entire time I was regretting my 12:30 bedtime and my speed hiking journey in Sedona the day before. Thoughts of never running again also popped into my head during my trek around the canal and park. But I kept running...
And with Mallery trailing behind I finished! My official time was 44 minutes and 38 seconds!
My next 5k is going to be on Thanksgiving morning! I am hoping Josh will run with me! My goal is to run it in under 40 minutes!
I have lots of pictures from the race thanks to Mallery and Josh! While I was crossing the finish line Mallery stayed behind me and took pictures and Josh from took pictures of me from the other side!
Ill post the pics Josh took in this post and we will all wait patiently for Mallery to send the pics she took...
I cant believe I did it!!!!!!
Weeks 8 and 9
Sadly weeks 8 and 9 were not as successful as the previous weeks in my training program. Each week I skipped an entire run! In my defense though, during week 9 Mallery and embarked on our great AZ friend-trip! We traveled and hiked all throughout the state! It was amazing!
Running through weeks 8 and 9 were challenging. I completed the times for the program, but I was not even close to the amount of miles I was supposed to be traveling. I knew that I would not run the 5k at a 10 minute pace, but I never knew how slowly you could run until now...
But I am doing it and lookin' strong!
Running through weeks 8 and 9 were challenging. I completed the times for the program, but I was not even close to the amount of miles I was supposed to be traveling. I knew that I would not run the 5k at a 10 minute pace, but I never knew how slowly you could run until now...
But I am doing it and lookin' strong!
Thursday, October 7, 2010
W7 Day 2,3
For Day 2 I did make it out of bed on Thursday and started running - until the tragedy occurred. I found myself running farther and farther away from a toilet, but in desperate need of one. I tried to run home...but that wasn't going to happen... In a desperate attempt I began walking slowly toward my house while clenching my ass together as tight as possible. Then the tragedy happened. I just had to go...in an empty shopping complex. I tried to hide behind a pillar but I am convinced someone saw me. I walked home in shame. Confused on whether their was a runners code about going back and picking up ones droppings, I was too embarrassed to make my way back to check it out.
And then I procrastinated my 25 minute run until Sunday. Bad Beth! Very bad! I even procrastinated until Sunday evening, and I hate night running. I am so tired and blah. It is so much easier to run when I get up and just do it, however this is getting harder and harder to accomplish as I continue to pile on job after job... Back to running on Sunday - with the dark night masking my identity I thought it was a really good idea to see if the shopping complex had cleaned up my present or if it was being feasted on by bugs. So I trotted on down there ( very slowly, I don't trot fast by any means...) The only remenant left of my present was a small stain... Sorry maintenance guy! I promise I will now be running routes with bathrooms!
Since I procrastinated my full day 2 run, I had to run day 3 on Monday (no rest day). I actually got outta bed in time (shocking I know). I was pretty nervous about it, but pulled through somehow.
My new running motto: slow and steady wins the race.
And then I procrastinated my 25 minute run until Sunday. Bad Beth! Very bad! I even procrastinated until Sunday evening, and I hate night running. I am so tired and blah. It is so much easier to run when I get up and just do it, however this is getting harder and harder to accomplish as I continue to pile on job after job... Back to running on Sunday - with the dark night masking my identity I thought it was a really good idea to see if the shopping complex had cleaned up my present or if it was being feasted on by bugs. So I trotted on down there ( very slowly, I don't trot fast by any means...) The only remenant left of my present was a small stain... Sorry maintenance guy! I promise I will now be running routes with bathrooms!
Since I procrastinated my full day 2 run, I had to run day 3 on Monday (no rest day). I actually got outta bed in time (shocking I know). I was pretty nervous about it, but pulled through somehow.
My new running motto: slow and steady wins the race.
Tuesday, September 28, 2010
W7 Day 1
So I was running the big block by my house. And apparently they are working on the sewer system... Ewwwwwwww... As I am breathing deeply from my "belly," i.e. diaphragm, I am not only choking back car exhaust and sewer. Like fresh, poop, sewer. Steaming piles of doo.. Yuck.
On another note, not only did I run 25 minutes again today, but I also got myself out of bed at 5.15 A.M. to do it. I have realized that early A.M. facebooking helps me wake up. An early dose of stalking, love it.
On another note, not only did I run 25 minutes again today, but I also got myself out of bed at 5.15 A.M. to do it. I have realized that early A.M. facebooking helps me wake up. An early dose of stalking, love it.
W6 Day 1,2,3
I finished week 6! I struggled through my first two runs, exhausted from working, stress, life in general... But then my friend posted a video called "My 120 Pound Journey" from youtube.com on her facebook. And I got inspired. My long run for the week, 25 minutes, wasnt a killer. Well let me clarify, it was a killer, but I felt like I could do it. If I want it, all I have to do is do it. I am running and completing the C25K. It is a slow run, but this is more running than I have ever done, and that I ever thought I would do.
Running is a gift. I often get so wrapped up in me...my running, my fatigue, my time, that forget about all the people who can't run.. I dedicate my slow jog to them. I can run, and I am running.
Running is a gift. I often get so wrapped up in me...my running, my fatigue, my time, that forget about all the people who can't run.. I dedicate my slow jog to them. I can run, and I am running.
Sunday, September 19, 2010
W5 D1,2,3
I made it through week 5! I am totally impressed with my progress!
Today I ran the dreaded 20 minutes. I think I only made it about a mile and a half, but I am still proud of myself. So far, I think that is the longest I have ever run straight through, time or distance. Clearly, I wont be winning any races, but for me this is a small accomplishment on my long journey to 26.2.
Now that I have been running around my neighborhood for some time now, I have noticed I am becoming accepted into the running club. Even though I am moving a pace that is at best, slightly faster than a crawl, all the other runners are waving, greeting me, and acknowledging their new found member into the club. I especially liked the member that passed me today, running very fast, with no shirt on. He smiled, waved, and asked how I was doing. It put a little extra spring in my step.
Now that I am done with the dreaded 20 minute run, I think it will be smooth sailing from here on out. I know that I can do it.
Today I ran the dreaded 20 minutes. I think I only made it about a mile and a half, but I am still proud of myself. So far, I think that is the longest I have ever run straight through, time or distance. Clearly, I wont be winning any races, but for me this is a small accomplishment on my long journey to 26.2.
Now that I have been running around my neighborhood for some time now, I have noticed I am becoming accepted into the running club. Even though I am moving a pace that is at best, slightly faster than a crawl, all the other runners are waving, greeting me, and acknowledging their new found member into the club. I especially liked the member that passed me today, running very fast, with no shirt on. He smiled, waved, and asked how I was doing. It put a little extra spring in my step.
Now that I am done with the dreaded 20 minute run, I think it will be smooth sailing from here on out. I know that I can do it.
Sunday, September 12, 2010
W4D1,2, and 3
This has proven to be a mentally challenging week. I am running at a very, very slow pace that I know I can run for several minutes at. But mentally I have to repeat "...you can do this, you can do this..." to make it until my next walking interval. But I am proud to say I have been running for a month now and I feel great! I have not failed a week of training and I am trying my best to continue to make that statement true. Next week I run 20 minutes straight for my last run and I am nervous! Next Friday is the single most dreaded run since I have started the program! Ekkkkkkkk!!!!!!
I have some new running goals that I think will keep my training focused...5K in the end of Oct, PF Chang half marathon in Jan ( I think I can get all the training for it done in time) and then Detroit Marathon next Oct. These are some lofty goals, but I think if I put my mind to it I will succeed.
I have some new running goals that I think will keep my training focused...5K in the end of Oct, PF Chang half marathon in Jan ( I think I can get all the training for it done in time) and then Detroit Marathon next Oct. These are some lofty goals, but I think if I put my mind to it I will succeed.
Sunday, September 5, 2010
W3D3
I am done with week 3!
I have to admit, I cant believe that I am still going strong! For the first time today I tried to convince myself not to run, and then talked myself out of it because I thought it would be a good stress reliever!
Running doesn't feel as torturous anymore. Well that feeling will probably come back next week... but for now I feel great! Also with my new shoes, my knees are starting to hurt less. Yippee!
Until next time...Happy running!
I have to admit, I cant believe that I am still going strong! For the first time today I tried to convince myself not to run, and then talked myself out of it because I thought it would be a good stress reliever!
Running doesn't feel as torturous anymore. Well that feeling will probably come back next week... but for now I feel great! Also with my new shoes, my knees are starting to hurt less. Yippee!
Until next time...Happy running!
Thursday, September 2, 2010
W3D2
Tonight was my first evening run. Though it was nice not to have the morning sun beams blinding me, I think I actually prefer the morning runs (not the waking up, but the ready-for-the-day feeling and alertness you get from the morning jogs).
I bought an official pair of running shoes today. I went to Runners Den in Phoenix and purchased a pair of expensive "white, lightning, and electric blue" asics. According to the box they have a gel foundation (not sure what that even means...). The man who helped me was very informative. He is the closest person I have to any sort of running coach, expert, anything, so I pumped him full of questions ( and he may actually know nothing about running! Lol). He told me that my knees hurt because of one, two, or three of these factors : Muscle imbalance, genetics, and flexibility. I am assuming a little of all three. But he fit me for some shoes to help with my over pronation (sp?) problem so he told me to ice my knees, use the new shoes, and my knees should feel better in 2 - 3 weeks. We shall see...
He also told me that when you start running 10+ miles your feet can swell up to a full shoe size. If you don't buy your running shoes big, you can break the cuticle on your toenails and your entire nail with come off with your sock! That is soooooo gross! I have been intrigued by it all night. Josh doesn't find it as fascinating as I...I think I'm going to go Google a pic of some runners toe nail tragedies.
Night all.
I bought an official pair of running shoes today. I went to Runners Den in Phoenix and purchased a pair of expensive "white, lightning, and electric blue" asics. According to the box they have a gel foundation (not sure what that even means...). The man who helped me was very informative. He is the closest person I have to any sort of running coach, expert, anything, so I pumped him full of questions ( and he may actually know nothing about running! Lol). He told me that my knees hurt because of one, two, or three of these factors : Muscle imbalance, genetics, and flexibility. I am assuming a little of all three. But he fit me for some shoes to help with my over pronation (sp?) problem so he told me to ice my knees, use the new shoes, and my knees should feel better in 2 - 3 weeks. We shall see...
He also told me that when you start running 10+ miles your feet can swell up to a full shoe size. If you don't buy your running shoes big, you can break the cuticle on your toenails and your entire nail with come off with your sock! That is soooooo gross! I have been intrigued by it all night. Josh doesn't find it as fascinating as I...I think I'm going to go Google a pic of some runners toe nail tragedies.
Night all.
Tuesday, August 31, 2010
W3D1
Well I went out for my jog this morning! I still have not hit the 5.15am mark yet, its just so hard to get out of bed in the morning!
I was a little nervous about the 3 minute runs but I did it! It was extremely slow, but I completed the entire workout! I am trying hard to trust the program, but it just seems so wierd to me that ii only a month and a half, I will have built up the stamina and strength to run for 30 minutes straight... Hmmmmm
Tomorrow I go to the running store to buy some running shoes ( also am going to the dentist, doctor, and getting my hair did... it will be a busy, busy sick day...).
Talk to you all Thursday!
I was a little nervous about the 3 minute runs but I did it! It was extremely slow, but I completed the entire workout! I am trying hard to trust the program, but it just seems so wierd to me that ii only a month and a half, I will have built up the stamina and strength to run for 30 minutes straight... Hmmmmm
Tomorrow I go to the running store to buy some running shoes ( also am going to the dentist, doctor, and getting my hair did... it will be a busy, busy sick day...).
Talk to you all Thursday!
Sunday, August 29, 2010
W2D1,2,3
Well it has been a busy, busy week for me! I have been condensing my classroom to accommodate the art teacher and gearing up for my conservatory classes to start!
Week 2 went well! My only concern is that I am jogging really, really slow. I don't know if that is normal. And my knees are kind of sore. I make it a point to jog and walk on dirt or loose ground for the majority of my run...
We shall see what happens during week 3! ( I can't believe that week 3 is almost here! )
Week 2 went well! My only concern is that I am jogging really, really slow. I don't know if that is normal. And my knees are kind of sore. I make it a point to jog and walk on dirt or loose ground for the majority of my run...
We shall see what happens during week 3! ( I can't believe that week 3 is almost here! )
Monday, August 23, 2010
W1D3
Well I completed week one!
Saturday was very busy for me so I had to use it as my resting day. I ran my 3rd run on Sunday morning before work and I was impressed that it seemed a lot easier than day 1. I guess I must be getting stronger. I tried to run each of my 60 second intervals as fast as I could be an entire minute, to try and push myself to become better, faster, stronger...
Well my run for W2D1 is up tomorrow! Whoo...
Saturday was very busy for me so I had to use it as my resting day. I ran my 3rd run on Sunday morning before work and I was impressed that it seemed a lot easier than day 1. I guess I must be getting stronger. I tried to run each of my 60 second intervals as fast as I could be an entire minute, to try and push myself to become better, faster, stronger...
Well my run for W2D1 is up tomorrow! Whoo...
Thursday, August 19, 2010
W1D2
I THINK I CAN! I THINK I CAN!
Well I made it out for my run at 5:40am this morning. Unfortunatly, I didn't hit my 5:15am goal, hopefully I will next week!
When I go running I am trying to keep my mind positive that I will eventually make it to the end of this hellish half hour of my life. I focused on my breathing this morning and my form. I am pretty proud to say that I jogged with a form that suggested a little more grace than the simple survival technique I had Tuesday.
Saturday is my next run! It wont be an early morning jog ( thank goodness). Stay tuned!
Well I made it out for my run at 5:40am this morning. Unfortunatly, I didn't hit my 5:15am goal, hopefully I will next week!
When I go running I am trying to keep my mind positive that I will eventually make it to the end of this hellish half hour of my life. I focused on my breathing this morning and my form. I am pretty proud to say that I jogged with a form that suggested a little more grace than the simple survival technique I had Tuesday.
Saturday is my next run! It wont be an early morning jog ( thank goodness). Stay tuned!
Tuesday, August 17, 2010
W1D1
Well getting up was the hardest part! My 5am alarm beeps far earlier than I anticipated and I didnt make it out until 5:50! Goal for Thursday 5:15!
As far as the run went...it went. I made it through, running for the minute and walking for the 90 seconds. I was pretty slow though...I will have to drive my route after work tonight and see how far I actually traveled. But I feel great now and ready for the day! While I was jogging I considered modifing the plan and doing each week for two weeks in a row, and thus taking 18 weeks in total. But now that I am not in the heat of the moment I think I am going to shoot for the 9 weeks. I think running is a lot of mental toughness... so between the dieting, exercising, going to work and school, I think I am going to be pretty tough by X-Mas (or completely exhausted).
Stay tuned.
As far as the run went...it went. I made it through, running for the minute and walking for the 90 seconds. I was pretty slow though...I will have to drive my route after work tonight and see how far I actually traveled. But I feel great now and ready for the day! While I was jogging I considered modifing the plan and doing each week for two weeks in a row, and thus taking 18 weeks in total. But now that I am not in the heat of the moment I think I am going to shoot for the 9 weeks. I think running is a lot of mental toughness... so between the dieting, exercising, going to work and school, I think I am going to be pretty tough by X-Mas (or completely exhausted).
Stay tuned.
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