Lovely run

The stats: One lap of Pass Mountain Trail (7.4 miles) at Usery in 65 minutes

The story: It was actually 80+ degrees today, but it was overcast, so it didn’t really seem that hot. My legs were still sore from the 10/20 earlier in the week. This was a pretty mellow run. My legs felt better afterward and I feel pretty strong all around. The only run I have left before my 50K is a speed work day on Friday. I’m not really ready for this 50K, but it’s not my goal race, so I’ll be happy to take it easy and enjoy myself. I’m hoping for a 4:15 50K, but honestly I don’t know what to expect.

Gentle climb and 500m swim, 2 sets planks-Nik

So I am doing a bit.  I looked at a second Yoga class, but it is booked uo and also seems to be almost all meditation (Hatha), so I’ll stick with Ashta or whatever it’s called.

Everything went well.

I have definitely lost my definition and look a bit heavier (more fat in my muscle I guess).  I am going to start looking at different ways to stay in really good shape, less calories (a real test for me), lots of stretching and sustained lower heart rates, which probably means getting back on the bike.

 

We won’t run again together Charlie.  I want to keep my memories of us kicking some serious ass together at Usury.  We should count ourselves lucky that we got one/two seasons of truly awesome running in together.

Kick some serious ass over the next year, you may have some time to get really good and I will be cheering you on.

Short gentle climbing, very short swim-Nik

About 45 minutes on the wall, trying not to compete with myself.

Short swim afterwards to stretch out.  They were just closing so I couldn’t do much.

There is a second different Yoga class on Thursdays, so I might see if I can get on that as well.  I’ve already paid up for 6 weeks for the Monday class, so clearly I will be going for the next 5 weeks.

Went out afterwards to listen to some Jazz and have a beer.  That felt really good after 3 weeks of isolation.

Gutting it out

The stats: 20 miles in 2:30

The story: This was a rough one. My legs were still sore from the 65 minute 10-miler the night before. I knew it was going to be tough, so I went out slower than I normally would. I’m glad I did because I was really grinding at the end. The next time I do a 20-miler, I’ll take the day before off and do a little carboload. I’ll be shooting for 2:20. I’m proud of my running this week. The truth is after I found out about losing my job, I thought to myself that it was a perfect excuse to get fat and lazy. Instead, I’ll use that anger and fear to fuel me.

Yoga-Nik

90 minutes of groovyness.  Really enjoyed it.  once per week clearly won’t be enough.

Sneaking one in

The stats: 10 miles in 65 minutes

The story: Today was Becca’s birthday. I watched the kids all day and was itching for a run. Didn’t make it to the gym until 10:30. Hit the treadmill and felt great. I didn’t fall.

Big day

The stats: Abbey: 400M in 3:15 or so. Ian: 200M in about a minute

The story: Took the kids to the track. Abbey and Ian had lots of fun. Abbey made it around the track once and ran probably 80% of it. I told her that if she could run all of it next week, we would go for some ice cream afterward. Ian made it about 200M, but he pretty much sprinted the entire way. Fun was had by all.

Well that was embarrassing

The stats: 10 miles in 65:30

The story: Wanted to do a 10-miler in under 65 today. Hit the treadmill and was on target to do it in 64:30, but with a half a mile to go I tripped on my own feet while taking a drink of water and took a tumble. I popped back up and started running again, but I had to slow down just to shake off the fall. I added .15 of a mile because I didn’t really know how much distance I missed because of the fall. I did a little sprint at the end to try to make up a little time. While I was wiping down the machine, a couple people checked on me. One of them was a really fast girl who said she has fallen 3 times because she tends to run close to the edges of the treadmill. She is training for a 3:15 at PF Chang’s.

Long run wimp out

The stats: 10 miles in 67 minutes

The story: Had planned on another midweek long run, but I really did not want to run today. Have not slept well this week and I feel pretty crappy generally. I really just wanted to sleep, but I hit the treadmill and took it easy. Mel treated me to lunch afterward. I feel lucky to have such a great sister.

Speed Work

The stats: 5 5:50 miles with 3:30 breaks

The story: I didn’t want to let the bad news at work affect my running. Hit the treadmill and was feeling good. Cut it short because Abbey was sick and Ian hurt his head earlier in the day and I wanted to make sure to help Becca put them down to sleep. Nice, quick workout.