With this post I will be all caught up and making a greater effort to provide weekly updates on my training.
Monday, September 10, 2012 - 3 mile run (4.86 km) A wonderful run, my fastest pace over this distance and my fastest km since beginning training. I did some strength and core work after my run as well.
Tuesday, September 11, 2012 - 4 mile run (6.46 km) It was incredibly windy for this run, providing a great deal of resistance. I ran my fastest pace yet since beginning training.
Wednesday, September 12, 2012 - Rest
Thursday, September 13, 2012 - 3 miles (4.86 km) It was very humid today and I was struggling to control my asthma before my run. I ran part of this distance with a coworker, it was nice to have some company. After about a kilometre I was on my own though. No records today, but I was happy I was not struggling to control my asthma and felt like it was a solid run. No strength training today as my husband surprised me by taking me out for dinner.
Friday, September 13, 2012 - Rest
Saturday, September 14, 2012 - 7 mile run (11.3 km) I must admit I was very afraid to attempt this run, I was lacking confidence and worried I would not be able to run this distance. Once I finally worked up the nerve to get out and try I had an amazing run and ran this at a faster pace than any of my previous long runs. I felt great and am really pleased with the progress I am seeing.
Sunday, September 15, 2012 - 60 minutes cross training. My husband and I went out for a bike ride at a nice easy pace. We made it about 15 kilometres in this time. I anticipate some soreness tomorrow as I had not ridden my bike yet this year. I am now really looking forward to a rest day, I never anticipated wanting/needing these days as much as I do.
This week went well and I managed to complete all the training. Early to mid-week I noticed I was feeling very tired and sluggish. I am making an effort to get more sleep now and have increased the amount I am eating during the day, which has been making a difference. I am trying to have a bigger breakfast and lunch to help provide me with the energy I need.
I ran a total of 17 miles this week (27.2 km). This is the longest distance I have run in a week and that 7 mile run was the longest distance I have run at one time since beginning to run again 2 years ago, it may also be the longest distance ever for me, for now anyway. I am really pleased with my progress and finding the novice 2 app an invaluable investment in my training. It seems having faith in the program and my ability is what I need.
On the road again for work next week, I hope to complete my runs but will be using a treadmill. I have never been a fan of treadmills, but I don't want to sacrifice several days of hard work just because I find running on a treadmill boring.
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