Today I felt like I was swimming through water because it felt like I was barely moving. But once again I saw the benefits of speed work because even though I felt like I was running a 10:00 minute pace, we actually ran a 8:38 average! It makes the horrible feeling worth it.
If you are up for a challenge you should check out this video (45 minutes) of the Marathon of the Sands. It takes place in the Sahara Desert.
Thursday, August 6, 2009
Wednesday, August 5, 2009
I almost forgot to blog today! Jenny and I got right back into things by doing a track work out this morning. Of course, Bryan and Tom wimped out on us. What would this world be like with our brave, strong women like ourselves? Considering my low energy level I was doubly happy that I got under (just) 8:00 for the mile sprint and my last 400 was faster than my first. For those who don't know we do a ladder workout. 400, rest, 800, rest, 1200, rest, 1600, rest and then back down again. It does seem to go faster as compared to the first time we did it, but it doesn't get easier!
It was a cool, cool morning! It was nice to run in, but we were wishing we had this weather on Saturday when we are doing our 3:00 run! It is supposed to get HOT - of course!
It was a cool, cool morning! It was nice to run in, but we were wishing we had this weather on Saturday when we are doing our 3:00 run! It is supposed to get HOT - of course!
Monday, August 3, 2009
Christy, I know it has been a long time since I have run with you, but MY how you have changed!
I was expecting Christy this morning, but I was surprised when Bryan got out of the car. Bella hasn't changed a bit though ;-) So, the run was relaxing and went quick. A lot of new topics... fishing in Canada and lending techniques just to name a few! Nice to have you back Bryan!
A little humid this morning and my body felt a little worn out from the triathlon and landscaping. But I do find that it feels good to be just focused on running and not swimming and biking too. Even though I have the lion's share of marathon training to go yet, I feel like a weight has been lifted... that is until the 3 hour run this weekend!
I was expecting Christy this morning, but I was surprised when Bryan got out of the car. Bella hasn't changed a bit though ;-) So, the run was relaxing and went quick. A lot of new topics... fishing in Canada and lending techniques just to name a few! Nice to have you back Bryan!
A little humid this morning and my body felt a little worn out from the triathlon and landscaping. But I do find that it feels good to be just focused on running and not swimming and biking too. Even though I have the lion's share of marathon training to go yet, I feel like a weight has been lifted... that is until the 3 hour run this weekend!
Sunday, August 2, 2009
Triathlon Done!
Jill and fellow Spartan, Jeff S. completed their first spring triathlon on Saturday! I completed my fourth (over about 12 years!) It was not an easy one! Someone told me that it is the hilliest tri in the Midwest. Big rolling hill after big rolling hill on the bike portion. Plus we had a strong - stop you in your tracks - wind, it wasn't too bad on the bike, but was nasty on the run.
Once again I got KILLED on the bike portion. I was one of the fastest times in the swim and run and one of the slowest on the bike. How hard can biking be? Of course when I bike about 3 times a year all the month before the tri, I shouldn't expect much. My over all time was 1:48:10. My last tri I did in 1:47:39. I am pretty consistent, just like my marathons.
It was fun to do, but I don't find the training as "fun" (not quite the right word) as half/full marathon training. Maybe that is because I don't have a group of people to do it with. Don't get any ideas Larry! It does make me miss swimming... just a little bit.
I felt good after the race. Today my knees are bothering me a little bit - probably from all the hills. It was well run, great shirt and had cheerful volunteers, but due to the hilly bike route I don't think I will do that tri again.
Once again I got KILLED on the bike portion. I was one of the fastest times in the swim and run and one of the slowest on the bike. How hard can biking be? Of course when I bike about 3 times a year all the month before the tri, I shouldn't expect much. My over all time was 1:48:10. My last tri I did in 1:47:39. I am pretty consistent, just like my marathons.
It was fun to do, but I don't find the training as "fun" (not quite the right word) as half/full marathon training. Maybe that is because I don't have a group of people to do it with. Don't get any ideas Larry! It does make me miss swimming... just a little bit.
I felt good after the race. Today my knees are bothering me a little bit - probably from all the hills. It was well run, great shirt and had cheerful volunteers, but due to the hilly bike route I don't think I will do that tri again.
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