The good news is, I survived last week both from a physical and professional stand point. It was my first true week of half marathon training. I’m a little late to start but better late than never, right? In addition, the fact that I was able to log each of my workouts while still balancing the busiest week of work I’ve experienced gives me hope.
Last week’s workouts were as follows:
Monday: 4 miles on the treadmill
Tuesday: Personal training session (read more about the break up decision here)
Wednesday: Barry’s Bootcamp
Thursday & Friday: accidental rest days
Saturday: 6 miles on the treadmill at a 1.0 incline and half marathon pace
Sunday: 4 mile run to brunch with Theodora
Even though I had one more rest day than originally planned, I still logged quality workouts which left me feeling strong and back on track from a training stand point. After all, I have a half marathon on March 17th in which I’m trying to PR. While I know that I feel like I’m in the best shape ever, I am still wary of failure.
But, I think that my run coach, Gia’s plan and suggestions for the next few weeks will get me back to a place of confidence. The key to my running over the next seven weeks is to ensure that I get back outside and into the park for the majority of my runs. It’ll be tough considering the elements and my upcoming travel to Geneva and a tropical location for Theodora’s birthday, but I have to remember that every outdoor run will make March 17th easier. Luckily, I have people like Ashley B and Jess who inspire me to get back outside on a daily basis through their fun pictures! (picture via Jess)
This week’s schedule includes a 4 mile run in Central Park and 8 miles outside in the cold on Saturday! In addition, for your enjoyment, this week’s training schedule also comes with a theme song.
Scream & Shout (feat Brittney Spears) – will.i.am
Loving this song! It is definitely going on my running playlist! Good luck with training. I have a half coming up in 3 weeks that I’m hoping to PR myself!!!
Ashley isn’t it such a fun song! It definitely pushed me through a mile on the treadmill this weekend!
I’ve noticed you’ve been going to Barry’s Boot Camp a lot recently and would love to hear more about the workout! Did you feel comfortable giving up your trainers knowing that Barry’s was just as good?
Lindsay, After another few classes I will discuss Barry’s in more details. We originally planned to only do that 1 time per week but we got a great special and are enjoying it 2 times per week right now. I think Barry’s helped but also having confidence in the moves our trainers taught us over the year helped too!
My only other request for my bday is a long run!
Ha, we’ll see about that request. I make zero promises but will plan to do one. 🙂
Nice job on balancing training with a busy work week. That is not easy!
I love that song too!! So, you’re doing the D.C. half? I wanted to do that but the logistics of flying out on Friday night are too tough. I can’t wait to hear all about it though! Nice job on the start of your training!
I love that song. Also Calvin Harris & Florence “Sweet Nothing” makes me want to run forever. Thanks for including me 🙂 I only get out there in that disgusting cold when I have someone to meet for a run! I wish I could have made that brunch/run. Sounded like you had a good time!
it is most definitely a small world! my running partner and neighbor is Gia’s step mom! infact, gia is coaching her step mom to run a marathon right now 🙂