Tuesday
20 minute run
Hill work....ran down Gungywamp and back....didn't realize it but there are some good hills on it. So got my hill work in for the week. =) I was wiped out yesterday! Took me multiple cups of coffee and a monster to keep going! Bad night sleep too, Connor decided to climb into bed with me at some point. For such a tiny, skinny being he sure takes up a lot of bed! Finally I got up and put him back in his own bed.
Feeling tons better now though...hooray for Monster. My house is clean and organized! Gotta love that! Now for my evening spin!
Wed
45 minutes on the rollers....to come!
Wednesday, March 17, 2010
Monday, March 15, 2010
Week 2
Had an awesome weekend! And now its back to training...lookey I'm a girl hehehe
60 minute bike (30 minutes on the rollers)
This week is starting off really wet and rainy, so I'm stuck inside. What can I say...its good mental training right?! I haven't had much discipline when its come to riding indoors this winter. My rollers are earning their money now though!
5 minute warmup
15 minutes 1 min hard:1 min easy
5 minutes 2 min hard: 1 min easy
5 min cool down
Picked up a stash of new movies to watch while I ride...zombieland, zombie diaries, and for a little humor Madea Family Reunion! Zombieland was a good choice...lots of blood and guts and humor too. Workout one for the week accomplished. Now for a little quality time with my foam roller and chem book! =)
60 minute bike (30 minutes on the rollers)
This week is starting off really wet and rainy, so I'm stuck inside. What can I say...its good mental training right?! I haven't had much discipline when its come to riding indoors this winter. My rollers are earning their money now though!
5 minute warmup
15 minutes 1 min hard:1 min easy
5 minutes 2 min hard: 1 min easy
5 min cool down
Picked up a stash of new movies to watch while I ride...zombieland, zombie diaries, and for a little humor Madea Family Reunion! Zombieland was a good choice...lots of blood and guts and humor too. Workout one for the week accomplished. Now for a little quality time with my foam roller and chem book! =)
Friday, March 12, 2010
Roll with me....
Thursday
45 minutes on the rollers watching Grey's Anatomy and Private Practice. Just a nice and steady pace. Longest spin on the rollers at one time. My hands kept going numb because I was gripping so hard to try and stay upright. Need to focus more on keeping my core tight and stop gripping quite so hard. Am really happy I've accomplished most of my workouts this week with a few blips along the way. Better to get it out of the way now though. =)
One last workout to go this week! Then its time to play! =)
45 minutes on the rollers watching Grey's Anatomy and Private Practice. Just a nice and steady pace. Longest spin on the rollers at one time. My hands kept going numb because I was gripping so hard to try and stay upright. Need to focus more on keeping my core tight and stop gripping quite so hard. Am really happy I've accomplished most of my workouts this week with a few blips along the way. Better to get it out of the way now though. =)
One last workout to go this week! Then its time to play! =)
Thursday, March 11, 2010
I feel like a monster....
A bad ass beast! =)
Monday
First part of this workout was a 30 minute trail run with Andy. It turned into 45 because I was really enjoying myself out there. The weather is finally improving! Lots of rain next week, so I have to take advantage of this while it lasts! I layered up with my Columbia fleece and my Nike running jacket, but stripped down to just my long sleeve t-shirt 5 minutes in. I need to get one of those Garmin things to track mileage. I have no idea how far I ran.
Second part was a 15 minute swim, cut down to 10 because I spent too much time out on the trails! Worked out anyway since the water aerobics people were taking up all but 2 lanes. I appreciate the fact that they need to get their workout...but really every morning??? And 2/3s of the pool?????
Tuesday
60 Minute Bike
Was priding myself on getting all of my equipment in the car and getting down to Ocean Beach with enough time to fit this all in before I had to teach Silver Sneakers class, when it hit me....dumbass you forgot your shoes. So I had to head back home. Still fit in 45 minutes though. Felt awesome to be back out there on the road. Great way to start the day. Left me with the feel good happy endorphins. Now I remember why I love training so much! Easy ride with a few sprints thrown in. Pequot
Wed
Intervals
10 minutes jog warm up to get my legs going (15 minute mile)
15 minutes of intervals...2 minutes at a 10 minute mile and then 1 at 15 min mile recovery
Its going to take a lot of work to get back to where I was before I hurt myself last year, I def need to push harder when I'm doing intervals. Embrace the pain! =)
Thursday
I wanted to do my long run today, but I am going to switch and do my bike this evening on the rollers and run tomorrow. Have to go get a manicure and pedicure this am before work. Yes, I am a girl! Girl's Night Out this weekend so have to pretty it up! =)
Monday
First part of this workout was a 30 minute trail run with Andy. It turned into 45 because I was really enjoying myself out there. The weather is finally improving! Lots of rain next week, so I have to take advantage of this while it lasts! I layered up with my Columbia fleece and my Nike running jacket, but stripped down to just my long sleeve t-shirt 5 minutes in. I need to get one of those Garmin things to track mileage. I have no idea how far I ran.
Second part was a 15 minute swim, cut down to 10 because I spent too much time out on the trails! Worked out anyway since the water aerobics people were taking up all but 2 lanes. I appreciate the fact that they need to get their workout...but really every morning??? And 2/3s of the pool?????
Tuesday
60 Minute Bike
Was priding myself on getting all of my equipment in the car and getting down to Ocean Beach with enough time to fit this all in before I had to teach Silver Sneakers class, when it hit me....dumbass you forgot your shoes. So I had to head back home. Still fit in 45 minutes though. Felt awesome to be back out there on the road. Great way to start the day. Left me with the feel good happy endorphins. Now I remember why I love training so much! Easy ride with a few sprints thrown in. Pequot
Wed
Intervals
10 minutes jog warm up to get my legs going (15 minute mile)
15 minutes of intervals...2 minutes at a 10 minute mile and then 1 at 15 min mile recovery
Its going to take a lot of work to get back to where I was before I hurt myself last year, I def need to push harder when I'm doing intervals. Embrace the pain! =)
Thursday
I wanted to do my long run today, but I am going to switch and do my bike this evening on the rollers and run tomorrow. Have to go get a manicure and pedicure this am before work. Yes, I am a girl! Girl's Night Out this weekend so have to pretty it up! =)
Sunday, March 7, 2010
Let the training begin!
Nothing like a good zombie movie to kick off the 2010 training season! I decided schedule be damned, I will try and fit in a Half-Ironman this season.
30 minutes on the rollers
5 minutes warm up
5 minutes (1 min hard, 1 minute easy)
10 minutes ( 2 minutes hard, 1 minute easy)
10 minutes Big Ring (1 min hard, 1 min easy)
And now I'm off to enjoy some quality time with my foam roller!
The plan for week 1 training!
Sunday-Bike (30 minutes on the rollers)
Monday-swim 20 min, run 30 min
Tues-Bike 90 minutes outdoors
Wed-swim 20, run 30 min
Thurs-Run 50 minutes outdoors
Fri-Bike (45 minutes on the rollers)
Sat-OFF
30 minutes on the rollers
5 minutes warm up
5 minutes (1 min hard, 1 minute easy)
10 minutes ( 2 minutes hard, 1 minute easy)
10 minutes Big Ring (1 min hard, 1 min easy)
And now I'm off to enjoy some quality time with my foam roller!
The plan for week 1 training!
Sunday-Bike (30 minutes on the rollers)
Monday-swim 20 min, run 30 min
Tues-Bike 90 minutes outdoors
Wed-swim 20, run 30 min
Thurs-Run 50 minutes outdoors
Fri-Bike (45 minutes on the rollers)
Sat-OFF
Friday, January 1, 2010
2010
Re-reading my race report for Providence leaves me really excited to be at the start of a new season! I took two weeks off to enjoy the so called off-season and ended up taking three off because of a nasty sinus infection. And now....bring it on! =) Here's my draft list of races for 2010...have already made some changes.
May 16th Soapstone Trail Half Marathon
July 11th Amica Ironman 70.3 Rhode Island
October ? 2010 Bimblers Bluff 50K
January ? 2011 Goofy Challenge in Florida
Hoping to do some shorter trail races leading up to the trail half in May. I want to be more prepared then last year, so I don't end up hurting myself again. Still haven't ventured out on the trails much as last trail run where my ankle gave out twice still burns in my memory. Have been spending a lot of time on legs and strengthening those troublesome ankles.
May 16th Soapstone Trail Half Marathon
July 11th Amica Ironman 70.3 Rhode Island
October ? 2010 Bimblers Bluff 50K
January ? 2011 Goofy Challenge in Florida
Hoping to do some shorter trail races leading up to the trail half in May. I want to be more prepared then last year, so I don't end up hurting myself again. Still haven't ventured out on the trails much as last trail run where my ankle gave out twice still burns in my memory. Have been spending a lot of time on legs and strengthening those troublesome ankles.
Thursday, July 16, 2009
Amica Ironman 70.3 Rhode Island RR
This was the largest...and longest triathlon I have done so far! It was a lot of fun to be a part of and having to check in my bike, run bag, ect.... in beforehand really helped my excitement build. Normally I get ridiculously nervous before my races but I felt really calm leading up this one. I was a little nervous about my knees holding out as they have been giving me issues ever since my trail half marathon back in May and I haven't been able to run more than 5 or 6 miles since. I was hoping for the best though and if all else failed the ability to push through the pain!
Goals-
1. Finish
2. Swim-40 to 45 mins
3. bike-4 hours
4. run- 2 hours
Swim-38:32
The swim was pretty rough!
Random thoughts while swimming.....
hmmmm what could be more attractive to a shark then a whole school of seals splashing around...because you know sharks are attracted to splashing!
Crap I can't touch the bottom!
Because the weather has been so crappy so far this was only my second open water swim this year and the first one was in a lake. I did manage to draft a bit off two different people though. The first one was really great at sighting and my second choice was not so good at it...should have stuck with my first one. It was pretty easy to spot the orange buoys going out, but the yellow buoys were a challenge especially once the salt water started leaking into my goggles! =)
T1-4:27
Took my time making sure I didn't forget anything in T1.
Bike-3:06:31
I loved the bike! The course was beautiful! Normally I excel on hills, but I did enjoy the flat bits and the rollers came at the right point because I was pretty warmed up by then and ready to start picking people off! I think I held back a little too much...but hey this was my first half. I decided I would take it easy til mile 30 and then if I still felt good I would hit the engine and start passing people. I took in gels every 15 or 30 minutes up until I hit the 45 mile point and at that point I just took in water and orange gatorade from the last aid station. Coming into the city was a bit bumpy and I'm fairly certain my trisuit was a bit see- through because two guys speed up behind me and said nice jersey. =) I was shocked when I looked at my watch and realized that I had finished the bike almost an hour faster then I thought. And I was thrilled to realize that I might have a shot at finishing under 6 hours.
T2-3:43
Was a little slow here, but again I took my time to make sure I didn't forget anything.
Run-2:51:09
My knee fell apart before I even hit the first turn around on the run. I knew my chances of finishing under 6 hours were probably gone but if I could make it under 7 I would be happy because that was my original goal. From this point on it was just a matter of mind over matter. I knew I would finish if I had to crawl...but I didn't want to let that 7 hour mark slip by me. It was awesome having my girlfriend at mile 2, 5ish, 8ish, and 11ish....and my family at the run start, turnaround, and finish! I mixed it up on the run...part walk, part run, and part hobble. At one point I was hoping and running at the same time...trying not to put too much weight on my left leg...lol After I passed the 11 mile mark I just started running again and kept running because I knew if I stopped I wouldn't make it. Once I saw the finish ahead I just started sprinting as best I could. That hill bit at the end was just cruel...lol
Total Time- 6:44:22
Someone put a medal around my neck and handed me a water and a hat. I know you aren't supposed to stop moving immediately after wards, but once I crossed the finish line and stopped moving my knee just couldn't handle my weight anymore so I just sort of collapsed onto the grass. Finally got up again and hopped to where my family was..which fortunately was only a few feet away at this point! All in all I had an awesome time and can't weight for my IT band to heal so I can do this race again next year and get under that 6 hour marker! =)
Goals-
1. Finish
2. Swim-40 to 45 mins
3. bike-4 hours
4. run- 2 hours
Swim-38:32
The swim was pretty rough!
Random thoughts while swimming.....
hmmmm what could be more attractive to a shark then a whole school of seals splashing around...because you know sharks are attracted to splashing!
Crap I can't touch the bottom!
Because the weather has been so crappy so far this was only my second open water swim this year and the first one was in a lake. I did manage to draft a bit off two different people though. The first one was really great at sighting and my second choice was not so good at it...should have stuck with my first one. It was pretty easy to spot the orange buoys going out, but the yellow buoys were a challenge especially once the salt water started leaking into my goggles! =)
T1-4:27
Took my time making sure I didn't forget anything in T1.
Bike-3:06:31
I loved the bike! The course was beautiful! Normally I excel on hills, but I did enjoy the flat bits and the rollers came at the right point because I was pretty warmed up by then and ready to start picking people off! I think I held back a little too much...but hey this was my first half. I decided I would take it easy til mile 30 and then if I still felt good I would hit the engine and start passing people. I took in gels every 15 or 30 minutes up until I hit the 45 mile point and at that point I just took in water and orange gatorade from the last aid station. Coming into the city was a bit bumpy and I'm fairly certain my trisuit was a bit see- through because two guys speed up behind me and said nice jersey. =) I was shocked when I looked at my watch and realized that I had finished the bike almost an hour faster then I thought. And I was thrilled to realize that I might have a shot at finishing under 6 hours.
T2-3:43
Was a little slow here, but again I took my time to make sure I didn't forget anything.
Run-2:51:09
My knee fell apart before I even hit the first turn around on the run. I knew my chances of finishing under 6 hours were probably gone but if I could make it under 7 I would be happy because that was my original goal. From this point on it was just a matter of mind over matter. I knew I would finish if I had to crawl...but I didn't want to let that 7 hour mark slip by me. It was awesome having my girlfriend at mile 2, 5ish, 8ish, and 11ish....and my family at the run start, turnaround, and finish! I mixed it up on the run...part walk, part run, and part hobble. At one point I was hoping and running at the same time...trying not to put too much weight on my left leg...lol After I passed the 11 mile mark I just started running again and kept running because I knew if I stopped I wouldn't make it. Once I saw the finish ahead I just started sprinting as best I could. That hill bit at the end was just cruel...lol
Total Time- 6:44:22
Someone put a medal around my neck and handed me a water and a hat. I know you aren't supposed to stop moving immediately after wards, but once I crossed the finish line and stopped moving my knee just couldn't handle my weight anymore so I just sort of collapsed onto the grass. Finally got up again and hopped to where my family was..which fortunately was only a few feet away at this point! All in all I had an awesome time and can't weight for my IT band to heal so I can do this race again next year and get under that 6 hour marker! =)
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