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Couch to 5k 2013 - W5D3

Couch to 5k Week 6 Day 1
Warm Up - 5 Minutes
Run 8 Minutes, Walk 3 Minutes, Run 8 Minutes - 19 Minutes
Cool Down - 5 Minutes

Sick as a pup, but we'll give it a try

Warm Up - 5 Minutes (.32)
Run 8 Min., Walk 3 Min., Run 8 Min. (1.90)
Cool Down - 5 Minutes (.34)

It was a tough run, but I did it.  Hopefully, I'll get a little better and it won't be so bad, eh?

XOXO

Couch to 5k 2013 - W5D3

Couch to 5k Week 5 Day 3
Warm Up - 5 Minutes
Run 7 Minutes, Walk 2 Minutes, Run 5 Minutes, Walk 2 Minutes, Run 7 Minutes - 23 Minutes
Cool Down - 5 Minutes

Ready to get back out there and see how my ankle holds up :)

Warm Up - 5 Minutes (.35)
Run 7 Min., Walk 2 Min., Run 5 Min., Walk 2 Min., Run 7 Min. (2.29)
Cool Down - 5 Minutes (.34)

It went alright.  It was really windy out and I was really nervous about my ankle.  However, my ankle held up okay!  My knee got a little wonky, but I survived.  I had a little bit of trouble pushing myself, though.

Did I mention I got a Garmin???  My brother upgraded, so he "sold" me his old one for a trip to Al's (a debt I have yet to pay).  I really like it so far.  I think it will be even more useful once I am done with the C25K thing and am back to running straight miles.  Soon :)

XOXO

2013 Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure 5k

Last Sunday was the third time I've run the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure 5k.  Oddly enough, this is the first time I've blogged about it (I didn't have a blog in 2011 and I left for Europe the next day last year)!  I'm not going to say a whole lot about it, but I will say this: it is a very tough race to run every year.  The course is flat and all, but there are SO MANY PEOPLE walking that you spend half the time weaving and dodging and wasting your energy to avoid running into them.  It just makes it tough.  Anyway, it was my first 5k in a LOOOOONG time, so I was content with how I did.

31:26 isn't a PR, by any means, but it also isn't my worst time either!  I'm content with it and excited to keep it up.  My ankle is giving me some trouble...so we will see how this goes...

XOXO

Miss Me???

Where have you been, you ask?  Well, since my race on Sunday, I have had my ankle injury flare up a bit (especially with no rest thanks to work...).  I've finally figured out what it is (I think): Posterior Tibial Tendonitis.  After research, it pretty much sounds like what I've got.  I am no doctor and would never claim to be, but this is my best guess.  While I may not actually have tendonitis, the issue is most definitely involving that tendon!

It is really frustrating.  I am just getting back into the place I want to be and I get hurt again.  This time around, I've been being so careful (though maybe not exactly resting when I know I should...).  You know, it is really hard to run when you have a hard enough time walking without your ankle randomly collapsing under you with pain shooting through it.  I even bumped it weird in bed in the middle of the night which woke me right up!  I think I will see if I can dig out my old ankle brace for work today and worry about actually getting some rest tomorrow, perhaps.  We shall see :)

Have a lovely day!

XOXO

Couch to 5k 2013 - W5D2

Couch to 5k Week 5 Day 2
Warm Up - 5 Minutes
Run 6 Minutes, Walk 1 Minute, Run 4 Minutes, Walk 1 Minute, Run 6 Minutes - 18 Minutes
Cool Down - 5 Minutes

Last run before Sunday's Race.  :)

Warm Up - 5 Minutes - 2 Min. @ 4 mph, 1 Min. @ 4.1 mph, 1 Min. @ 4.2 mph, 1 Min. @ 4.3 mph (.34)
Run 6 Min. @6.5  mph, Walk 1 Min. @ 4.3 mph, Run 4 Min. @ 7 mph, Walk 1 Min. @ 4.3 mph, Run 5 Min. @ 6.8 mph, Run 1 Min. @ 8 mph (1.96)
Cool Down - 5 Minutes - 2 Min. @ 4.3 mph, 1 Min. @ 4.2 mph, 1 Min. @ 4.1 mph, 1 Min. @ 4 mph (.35)

1.96 Miles
18 Minutes
9:11/Mile

I felt like a BOSS on this run!  It was probably the best run I have had in a long time :)  I went into it, like always, telling myself that I would just take it a little easier because I've been so tired/sore the last few days.  I need to quit doubting myself because I tried to push a little and I felt really good.  We shall see how the race goes on Sunday.

Have a great day!

XOXO

Couch to 5k 2013 - Switching It Up

Technically, I'm supposed to have done Week 5 Day 2 of the Couch to 5k today.  I, however, have a 5k race on Sunday, so I figured I would switch it up and do a slow little run on the treadmill to see if I can actually keep myself going for an extended period of time anymore.  The plan was to put that sucker on 6 mph and cruise (hopefully) for 2 miles (hopefully).

And?

Warm Up - 5 Minutes - 2 Min. @ 4 mph, 1 Min. @ 4.1 mph, 1 Min. @ 4.2 mph, 1 Min. @ 4.3 mph (.34)
Run 10 Min. @ 6 mph, Run 8 Min. @ 6.1 mph, 2 Min. @ 6.2 mph (2.02)
Cool Down - 5 Minutes - 2 Min. @ 4.3 mph, 1 Min. @ 4.2 mph, 1 Min. @ 4.1 mph, 1 Min. @ 4 mph (.35)

I got a horrible stitch in my right side before I even hit mile one, but I decided to push through it and bump up the speed a tiny bit for last last part.  We shall see how Sunday goes...  :)  A little BodBot work and now I'm headed outside for DAY 4 of yard work (never ending...especially since the previous owners never did anything!!!) before I start 5 days of work in a row (before 1 day off and then 3 more days).  Gotta get what I can done before the rain comes.

Let's do this!!!

Have a great day!!!

XOXO

Couch to 5k 2013 - W5D1

Couch to 5k Week 5 Day 1
Warm Up - 5 Minutes
Run 5 Minutes, Walk 2 Minutes, Run 4 Minutes, Walk 2 Minutes, Run 5 Minutes, Walk 2 Minutes, Run 4 Minutes - 24 Minutes
Cool Down - 5 Minutes

Looked lovely out, so out I went (despite having a sore ankle...)

Warm Up - 5 Minutes (.34)
Run 5 Min., Walk 2 Min., Run 4 Min., Walk 2 Min. @ 4.3 mph, Run 5 Min. @ 7.2 mph, Walk 2 Min.@ 4.3 mph, Run 4 Min. @ 7.2 mph (2.51)
Cool Down - 5 Minutes - 2 Min. @ 4.3 mph, 1 Min. @ 4.2 mph, 1 Min. @ 4.1 mph, 1 Min. @ 4 mph (.35)

After the first run portion, my ankle and knee both started to act up, so I turned and continued back toward my house.  I was back after the second run portion, so I hoped inside on the treadmill for the rest of my workout.  My knee and ankle were sore the entire time, so I'm glad I came back to finish (and didn't end up a mile away from home with no way to get back!).  Got it done and that is what matters :)

We've been doing lots of work in the yard lately, including pulling out three giant dead juniper bushes last night.  It is taking a bit of a toll on my body.  OLD LADY, ALERT!!!  Now, out for some more yard work torture!

XOXO

Couch to 5k 2013 - W4D3

Couch to 5k Week 4 Day 3
Warm Up - 5 Minutes
Run 4 Minutes, Walk 2 Minutes, Run 6 Minutes, Walk 3 Minutes, Run 4 Minutes - 19 Minutes
Cool Down - 5 Minutes

It is Friday, May 3rd, 2013.  It is snowing outside right now.  I treadmill-ed my run.


Warm Up - 5 Minutes - 3 Min. @ 4.2 mph, 2 Min. @ 4.3 mph (.35)
Run 4 Min. @ 7.2 mph, Walk 2 Min. @ 4.3 mph, Run 6 Min. @ 7 mph, Walk 3 Min. @ 4.3 mph, Run 3 Min. @ 7.2 mph, Run 1 Min. @ 8 mph (2.03)
Cool Down - 5 Minutes - 2 Min. @ 4.3 mph, 1 Min. @ 4.2 mph, 1 Min. @ 4.1 mph, 1 Min. @ 4 mph (.35)

Run felt...off.  My rib is still bothering me, but there isn't much I can do about that :(  Oh, well.  I can see I'm getting better each day :)  I did my BodBot workout after and sweat (again!) like a BEAST.  I think I might try a longer, slower run this week since I do have a 5k race next Sunday...hmmm...

Have a great day, everyone!!!

XOXO

I've Been Thinking...

I don't have the time it takes to train for a Marathon this year...so maybe I was thinking of signing up for another half...  Thoughts?  Suggestions?

Lake Minnetonka Half is this weekend, which was my first half marathon last year, so I'm kinda getting the bug, I think...hmm...  Maybe see if I can beat that PR...

XOXO

Couch to 5k 2013 - W4D2

Couch to 5k Week 4 Day 2
Warm Up - 5 Minutes
Run 4 Minutes, Walk 2 Minutes, Run 6 Minutes, Walk 3 Minutes, Run 4 Minutes - 19 Minutes
Cool Down - 5 Minutes

I have to go in a bit early to work and I was freezing, so I thought I'd get my workout out of the way this morning :)

Warm Up - 5 Minutes - 3 Min. @ 4.2 mph, 2 Min. @ 4.3 mph (.35)
Run 4 Min. @ 7.2 mph, Walk 2 Min. @ 4.3 mph, Run 6 Min. @ 7 mph, Walk 3 Min. @ 4.3 mph, Run 4 Min. @ 7.2 mph (2.02)
Cool Down - 5 Minutes - 2 Min. @ 4.3 mph, 1 Min. @ 4.2 mph, 1 Min. @ 4.1 mph, 1 Min. @ 4 mph (.34)

Not too shabby and I didn't actually feel TERRIBLE during the run portions :)  I will say that I did, however, sweat like a BEAST!  Finished my run and did my leg workout from BodBot and now waiting to stop sweating so I can shower and get ready for work.  *woot*woot*

Have a lovely day!  And as Bean would sing, "Rain, rain, go away.  Come another next day."

XOXO

Couch to 5k 2013 - W4D1

Couch to 5k Week 4 Day 1
Warm Up - 5 Minutes
Run 4 Minutes, Walk 2 Minutes, Run 6 Minutes, Walk 3 Minutes, Run 4 Minutes - 19 Minutes
Cool Down - 5 Minutes

Gorgeous morning out there!

Warm Up - 5 Minutes (.33)
Run 4 Minutes, Walk 2 Minutes, Run 6 Minutes, Walk 3 Minutes, Run 4 Minutes - 19 Minutes (2.01)
Cool Down - 5 Minutes (.34)

I almost quit in the middle of my first run.  I'm exhausted.  It was a busy 5 days at work and with yard work this weekend and trying to spend time with the family and not really sleeping...ugh...I'm pooped.  BUT I did it.  Even though I thought it was super slow, it wasn't.  This round of C25K is really helping to improve my pace!  Finished it up with my BodBot strength stuff and kazam...done for the day :)

Now, for some more yard work before the crummy weather hits again!

XOXO

Couch to 5k 2013 - W3D3

Couch to 5k Week 3 Day 3
Warm Up - 5 Minutes
Run 3 Minutes, Walk 2 Minutes, Run 90 Seconds, Walk 2 Minutes - 17 Minutes
Cool Down - 5 Minutes

Sun was shining so OF COURSE I had to do this outside, right?!?

Warm Up - 5 Minutes (.32)
Run 3 Minutes, Walk 2 Minutes, Run 90 Seconds, Walk 2 Minutes - 17 Minutes (1.54)
Cool Down - 5 Minutes (.32)

It was pretty windy out there!  I felt okay during my workout, but I felt like I was having some trouble pushing myself to run at that higher pace.  After seeing that my overall distance was only .01 mile shorter compared to running on the treadmill this week, I was satisfied with the run.  I realized that I was probably having less trouble pushing to that higher speed and more trouble staying consistent with my speed.  I'm sure I had some firecracker moments in there, but I also know that I had some slower speeds, too...

I had a bunch of weight stuff to do from my BodBot, so that got done, too.  Glad tomorrow is a rest day (from running, anyway)!

I'm really hoping that this C25K redo (along with BodBot stuff) is serving its purpose...

Have a great rest of your Friday!

XOXO

Couch to 5k 2013 - W3D2

Couch to 5k Week 3 Day 2
Warm Up - 5 Minutes
Run 3 Minutes, Walk 2 Minutes, Run 90 Seconds, Walk 2 Minutes - 17 Minutes
Cool Down - 5 Minutes

I wanted to run outside today before I had my coffee, etc (thought I'd feel productive).  I was freezing during my warm up and it was really windy, so I came inside and treadmill-ed the rest of it :)

Warm Up - 5 Minutes (.35 miles)

Run 3 Min. @ 7.5 mph, Walk 2 Min. @ 4.3 mph, Run 90 Sec. @ 7.6 mph, Walk 2 Min. @ 4.3 mph
Run 3 Min. @ 7.5 mph, Walk 2 Min. @ 4.3 mph, Run 90 Sec. @ 7.7 mph (1.56)
Cool Down - 5 Minutes - 2 Min. @ 4.3 mph, 1 Min. @ 4.2 mph, 1 Min. @ 4.1 mph, 1 Min. @ 4 mph (.35)

After, I did some strength/weight stuff and that was that.  Now, to shower and have my coffee!!!  Have a great day!!!

XOXO

Couch to 5k 2013 - W3D1

Couch to 5k Week 3 Day 1
Warm Up - 5 Minutes
Run 3 Minutes, Walk 2 Minutes, Run 90 Seconds, Walk 2 Minutes - 15 Minutes
Cool Down - 5 Minutes

I was sore from yesterday, but decided to get a jump on this weeks runs!

Warm Up - 5 Minutes - 1 Min. @ 4 mph, 2 Min. @ 4.1 mph, 2 Min. @ 4.2 mph (.34)
Run 3 Min. @ 7.5 mph, Walk 2 Min. @ 4.2 mph, Run 90 Sec. @ 7.5 mph, Walk 2 Min. @ 4.2 mph
Run 3 Min. @ 7.5 mph, Walk 2 Min. @ 4.3 mph, Run 90 Sec. @ 7.7 mph (1.55)
Cool Down - 5 Minutes - 2 Min. @ 4.2 mph, 2 Min. @ 4.1 mph, 1 Min. @ 4 mph (.34 miles)

It went pretty well.  I was glad I pushed myself through running at 7.5 mph for a longer period of time.  It is tough for me because I am normally slower than dirt, but I'm glad I'm doing it.

XOXO

I Forgot To Mention...

I realized now that I never officially made an announcement on my blog.  After years and years and years...

I GOT INTO NURSING SCHOOL!!!

I found out almost a month ago.  I start in this Fall 2013 and it is a program that will have me graduating in May 2015, ready to take my boards to be an RN.  I'm really excited, but I also know that the next two years are going to be tough for me and my family.  I couldn't be luckier, however, with the family I have.  I know I am going to be supported the entire way and I will be glad when I've finally accomplished the goal and can check the item off of my Bucket List.

XOXO

Couch to 5k 2013 - W2D3

Couch to 5k Week 2 Day 3
Warm Up - 5 Minutes
Run 60 Seconds, Walk 90 Seconds, Run 90 Seconds, Walk 90 Seconds - 26 Minutes
Cool Down - 5 Minutes

I got it done outside this evening in the windy, rainy weather with the snow covered sidewalks (grrr...it is mid-April!).

Warm Up - 5 Minutes (.34 miles)
Run 60 Sec., Walk 90 Sec., Run 90 Sec., Walk 90 Sec. (2.45 miles)
Cool Down - 5 Minutes (.36 miles)

I didn't live up to my promise.  I did not finish the week by Friday as I had said I would.  Friday, Lilly begged to spend the day with me and I COULD NOT tell her know.  Aside from that, my rib issues were flaring up and I was worried about making it worse.  Eventually, Lee told me I was pushing too hard and to give myself a day to heal.  Saturday, I woke up with terrible back pain/high rib pain and we were gone all day, so the run didn't happen.  We have been gone all day today, too, but I was feeling pretty good and told myself that I needed to STOP. MAKING. EXCUSES. when I didn't have any.  My rib pain was gone and my back pain was mostly gone, so I got my ass out there and ran.  It was rainy.  It was windy.  But I did my run/walk workout and I'm glad :)

Have a great Sunday evening!

XOXO

Couch to 5k 2013 - W2D2

Couch to 5k Week 2 Day 2
Warm Up - 5 Minutes
Run 60 Seconds, Walk 90 Seconds, Run 90 Seconds, Walk 90 Seconds - 26 Minutes
Cool Down - 5 Minutes

I almost skipped this run because I felt SO lazy and blah today, especially with it looking like THIS outside!

Mid-April in MN...Bean is NEVER going to get to play in her cottage!

Warm Up - 5 Minutes - 2 Min. @ 4 mph, 2 Min. @ 4.1 mph, 1 Min. @ 4.2 mph (.33 miles)
Run 60 Sec. @ 7.5 mph, Walk 90 Sec. @ 4 mph, Run 90 Sec. @ 7.5 mph, Walk 90 Sec. @ 4 mph (x4)
Run 60 Sec. @ 8 mph, Walk 90 Sec. @ 4 mph, Run 90 Sec. @ 7.7 mph (2.48 miles)
Cool Down - 5 Minutes - 2 Min. @ 4.2 mph, 2 Min. @ 4.1 mph, 1 Min. @ 4 mph (.34 miles)

Point is, I got it done and I'm still improving over where I was before.  I'm really trying to push myself through all this "I don't want to do it" and "I'm just going to do an easy run", but it is becoming difficult.  Maybe tomorrow I can just make myself do it first thing in the morning, eh?  Reward myself with my coffee???

XOXO

Couch to 5k 2013 - W2D1

Couch to 5k Week 2 Day 1
Warm Up - 5 Minutes
Run 60 Seconds, Walk 90 Seconds, Run 90 Seconds, Walk 90 Seconds - 26 Minutes
Cool Down - 5 Minutes

Did it...


Warm Up - 5 Minutes - 2 Min. @ 4 mph, 2 Min. @ 4.1 mph, 1 Min. @ 4.2 mph (.33 miles)
Run 60 Sec. @ 7.5 mph, Walk 90 Sec. @ 4 mph, Run 90 Sec. @ 7.2, Walk 90 Sec. @ 4 mph (x4)
Run 60 Sec. @ 8 mph, Walk 90 Sec. @ 4 mph, Run 90 Sec. @ 7.5 mph (x1) (2.45 miles)
Cool Down - 5 Minutes - 2 Min. @ 4.2 mph, 2 Min. @ 4.1 mph, 1 Min. @ 4 mph (.34 miles)

Started off a bit rough, but went okay after a bit.  My right knee was getting a little tight, but it was fine.  I REALLY wanted to kick down my runs to, like, 7 mph, but I'm doing this to push myself so I wouldn't let my fat finger poke just the 7 on the tread.  I did it!

Have a nice day.

XOXO

And I spent a good chunk of that 5k thinking about what happened yesterday.  I don't even know how to process how screwed up people are...

Boston

What the fuck is wrong with people?

*Prayers*