Emily's training blog

The sleep deprivation got to me yesterday, so I missed working out.  I only have about a 2 hour (between 5-7 a.m) window to work out, and if I miss it, it doesn't happen.  Teren leaves for work at 7 and I don't generally see him until about 10 p.m.   Guess I'll have to hire some babysitters when Myles gets a little bigger.

Anyway, I ran a little bit of a workout this morning.  I ran 5 miles, throwing in 1 minute pick-ups every five minutes.  The five miles took me 36:18. 

After running, I took the lifting/coreworks class and swore under my breath the entire hour.  Have I ever mentioned how much I hate lifting?  It was especially torturous this morning.  Here's hoping that strength work pays off in strong, injury-free running!

I was so excited when my friend, Chelsea Mckell  asked if I wanted to go running this morning.  I love having running partners.  So, she humored me and got up really early to put in some slow post-pregnancy miles with me. 

It was a beautiful morning, and the company made the run fly by.  I ran a river-trail loop to Bullion and up to 1300W to 5400S and back home.  Besides some soreness from yesterday's class, it felt great to be out this morning.

Now I'm taking the kids to see the "real" Spiderman at the saftety fair at Southtowne Expo.   I've got to gather all my courage to fight the throngs of children in superhero costumes.  Should be fun.  Maybe.

It's getting warmer in the mornings.  And, the sun is starting to come out earlier.  I'm sure there are some cold days still ahead, but I think I missed the most of the winter being pregnant. 

I ran my 2200 W to Costco loop.  Coming back up 2700 W was pretty tough.  That's the most hill I've had in a run thus far. 

45 minute run with 1 minute pushes, 6.32 miles.   After running I lifted.  Why do I always feel as if I'm encroaching on the "He-men's" sacred turf when I hit the weight room?  I think there needs to be more 35-year-old running women and fewer 20-something frat boys with overdeveloped biceps lifting weights.   I especially liked the "dude"  who was lifting in his baggy jeans, t-shirt, and backwards cap.  He did a few bicep curls and a little bench press and called it good.  I would worry about the smell of his clothes that he clearly meant to wear the rest of the day, but I don't think he really worked up much of a sweat.

On another note, the woman sleeping in the locker room was actually homeless and looking for a warm place to crash.  I empathize, but members are supposed to check in with our fingerprints at the front desk?  So, who's letting other people in? (I guess she's not the first  homeless person to use the club's facilities.)   Gotta love the health club.  I'm never bored.

(1 more pound down this week!)

I met Caisa, a former BYU teammate up in Daybreak for a run with her running group.  There was a nice group of 7-8 ladies.  I felt a little scroungy since several showed up in full make-up and fancy running clothes.  Some were a little more serious runners than others.  But, it was still fun having so many women to run with.  And, I enjoyed catching up with Caisa.  She's a super-mom with 3 little boys; a 3 year old, and 18 month old twins.  We ran a nice easy talking, pace.  However, I did feel Tuesday's pick-ups and weight lifting this morning. 

It was sprinkling a bit when I started running this morning, but let up after about a mile or so.  I ran out to 1300W, to 7000 S, down to the river trail, and back to 5400S.  It actually felt really nice outside this morning.  The sun is usually up by the time I am finished.  I'm not looking forward to daylight savings next week and a return to running in the dark.  My total time for the run was 56:40.  (I thought I'd better start measuring my progress a bit.)  I think this route is a bit over 7.5.

I met Jenny Fidler down on the river trail to run.  It was really dark, so I'm glad I had a friend to run with.  We tried to stay out of the sketchier parts of the trail, so we ran two miles to the south and back, then we ran two miles to the north and back.  Eight miles in 1:00:03, so exactly 7:30 pace.  It felt pretty tough this morning.  Maybe it's the hour time change.  But, in the last 4 weeks I have dropped from over 8 minute pace for 2 miles to 7:30 pace for 8 miles.  Maybe I will get fit again!

45 minute run.  10 minute warm up, followed by 30 minutes of 2 minutes on/off.  8 total sets of 2 minutes on.  5 minute cooldown.

No weight loss this week.  Stubborn baby pounds!

I felt a little bit pounded after yesterday's run.  My hips and achilles were sore.  So, I ran loops at Liberty Park to keep it on the soft surface.  I didn't time my run.  I'm sure it was really slow.  It felt good on my joints, but soft surface running definitely takes more strength.  I will be running longer tomorrow.

Yes, the extra .06 is very important! 

I met Jenny at Murray Park for a run through the Murray neighborhoods.  The run had lots of rolling hills.  I was still feeling Tuesday's workout, but definitely felt better than yesterday.  The soft surface jog made a big difference.  1:02:28 for the run.

It was a beautiful morning, albeit dark.  I only planned on 5 miles, but was enjoying my run so much that I extended it to six.  I felt great.  My legs felt a bit fresher than the last couple of days.  I busted out my new light-up arm band that I won in a race this winter.  I really liked being more visible.  The pulsing light setting felt like running in a strobe light, and effected my depth perception.  Plus, I don't think the arm bands are made for the bicep-challenged.  Maybe they have a child size.

I ran 4800S to the River trail and up at Millrace Park.  I love spring!  Too bad it's supposed to get cold again in a few days.

Later AM:  Zumba class.

One hour treadmill run with a little bit of speed thrown in.  First, I warmed up for 15 minutes.  Then, I did three sets of 3 min. 2 min. 1 min. with 2 min. 2 min. 1 min. recovery.  I ran the recoveries at 7.5 mph.  The first set I ran 9.2, 9.6, and 10 mph.  Set 2 was 9.3, 9.7, and 10.1 mph.  Set 3 was 9.4, 9.8, and 10.2 mph.  The workout was a little tough, but not out of control.  I just want to start improving my pace and get a little turnover going. 

I'm really pleased this week.  It's difficult not to go crazy and ramp up the training.  This is my first full week of running, and I hit 40 miles this week.  I know that is still pretty minimal, but it's a long way from where I started 4 weeks ago. 

If I have time, I may go take St. Patrick's Day Zumba later this morning.  Do they celebrate St. Patrick's Day in Brazil?

Nine miles with Jenny back and forth on the JRT. My longest run so far. We ran it in 1:07:20.  My body really seems to lock in at 7:30 pace.  I felt a little tired from Saturday's run, and could definitely feel the last mile.  But, I'm almost to a double digit run, so that's exciting!  It helps to have someone to talk to on the run.

I ran a tempo workout today.  I warmed up for 15 minutes, and then ran 10 minutes at 6:40 pace, with 3 minutes recovery.  Then, I ran 2 x 5 minutes, at 6:30 and 6:20 pace with 2 minutes recovery in between.  To finish, I ran 5 x 1 minute on/off.  I cooled down until I hit 8.5 miles.  Total time: 60:04.

PM:  Teren came home early from work!  (YAAYY!!!) so I went to the club and took a Zumba class.  I felt extra clumsy tonight.

I woke up to a rain/snowstorm, so decided to hit the treadmill.  I ran an hour progressive run, starting at 8 minute miles, and increasing the pace .1 every half mile.  I finished at 6:30 pace.    Last week was so nice.  I'm not happy to see the return of winter.  Hopefully, it is short-lived.

I ran my Costco loop today.  I ran with no watch, and tried to take it easy.  I had originally planned a fartlek workout today, but yesterday's progression run  left me sore this morning.  A workout was probably not needed. 

It snowed for about two blocks and then stopped. 

9:15 AM  Zumba class

I met Chelsea on the river trail for a cold, snowy run.  Actually, it wasn't too cold, but the trail was really icy.  So, it wasn't the fastest run in the world.  The sun came out after the turn-around point, and melted the ice.  The footing was much better the second half of the run.  We still averaged under 8 minute miles, which isn't bad for a snowy run.  I'm glad I went and didn't wuss out and end up on the treadmill.

I had a sore throat and headache Sunday and yesterday, so I was trying to recover.  I still have a sore throat this morning, but no other symptoms, so maybe I'm just dehydrated.  It didn't seem to affect my running.

I warmed up 2 miles and then ran 10 x 2 min. on/off.  Then, I cooled down until I hit 9 miles.  Total time was 62:38 for nine miles.   My first sub- 7 minute/mile run.  It was hard; especially the last 3 repeats. 

I am down 6 pounds since I started running.  Still about 10 to go, but it's nice to see the scale numbers go down instead of up!

PM  Zumba

I felt sluggish this morning, and my hips were sore.  I don't know if that is from the workout yesterday, or the Zumba class.  I also felt really cold the whole run.  Definitely not my favorite run of the week. 

I ran out 1300 W to the river trail at 7000 S.  Back to Millrace Park and up through the neighborhood.  I had planned to do some strides at the Taylorsville High track.  But, when I got there and found I had to run around to the opposite side of the track to get in, I got lazy and ran home.  Maybe tomorrow. 

I met Jenny at Murray Park for our Thursday run.  I felt sassy in my new Target running tights.  There's nothing like new running gear to get you excited for a run.  We ran 8 miles through the neighborhoods.  As soon as it gets a little lighter, we plan to run out to Wheeler Farm. 

We let loose our inner 12-year-old boy by discussing bodily functions for the majority of the run.  Who knew poop could be so fascinating?  (Sorry if that is way too much information!)