After a few minutes of swaying across the snow I was ready to call it quits. How could more running in this ridiculous get-up possibly do any good? I was not surprised to find my legs going wobbly. I was even less surprised to hear the words "You’re not done yet! Run longer!” echoing around the neighborhood as I turned for home. My jog turned to a walk as soon as I thought I was out of eyesight. Even walking was getting difficult. I nearly panicked at our doorstep when I couldn't untangle the straps to remove the packs.
Thursday, March 6, 2008
Running for Two: "Best Run Ever"
Lisa Jhung of Running for Two, had her hubby strap on some extra weight so he could feel her pain. His response was cute...
Wednesday, March 5, 2008
Log: 2008.03.05
Activity: Running
Distance: 2.12 miles
Time: 30:00
Notes:
Easy run on the treadmill. 17min run, 3 min walk, 8min run, 2min walk. My son recently switched to a big boy bed and this was the first run I have done while he was asleep in it. I had the baby monitor on but was still nervous I would come up from the basement post-run to see him roaming the house. There's a lot of security in knowing that they are staying in one spot when you place them in a crib. Nevertheless, he did fine and I'll feel better next time I attempt a late night run on the treadmill.
Distance: 2.12 miles
Time: 30:00
Notes:
Easy run on the treadmill. 17min run, 3 min walk, 8min run, 2min walk. My son recently switched to a big boy bed and this was the first run I have done while he was asleep in it. I had the baby monitor on but was still nervous I would come up from the basement post-run to see him roaming the house. There's a lot of security in knowing that they are staying in one spot when you place them in a crib. Nevertheless, he did fine and I'll feel better next time I attempt a late night run on the treadmill.
Tuesday, March 4, 2008
Lifting for runners?
There's a short article and a long debate at the Runner's World website about the benefits (or lack thereof) of lifting for runners. It seems like this topic tends to cycle. A few years ago they used to say you had to do serious weightlifting. Then it was all about specificity and lifting wasn't as important.
I'm not sure where the debate stands now but it seems like more and more runners, both recreational and elite, are turning to core work as the lifting alternative. It may be a fad, but it's definitely popular.
I personally love core work mainly because (a) I hate lifting (b) you can do it anytime/anywhere. It's so much easier to sneak it some core exercises while I am playing with my son than it is to get a serious gym session in.
I don't have much of a core these days, but I do attempt some simple and modified yoga and pilates moves. For upper body strength I do some light lifting with dumbbells.
I'm not sure where the debate stands now but it seems like more and more runners, both recreational and elite, are turning to core work as the lifting alternative. It may be a fad, but it's definitely popular.
I personally love core work mainly because (a) I hate lifting (b) you can do it anytime/anywhere. It's so much easier to sneak it some core exercises while I am playing with my son than it is to get a serious gym session in.
I don't have much of a core these days, but I do attempt some simple and modified yoga and pilates moves. For upper body strength I do some light lifting with dumbbells.
Log: 2008.03.04
Activity: Spinning Class, Core/Lifting
Time: 60:00, 15:00
Notes:
We did mainly sprints at spinning today which I find easier on my preggo body than hill climbs. I'm not sure why that is. Perhaps it is because the sprints are short in duration while hill climbs tax you for a long period. We also did jumps. When I am normal I hate jumps (as do most people). However, my preggo butt and belly love jumps. Sitting in the saddle too long gets uncomfortable in both places, so any out of saddle work is greatly appreciated.
Time: 60:00, 15:00
Notes:
We did mainly sprints at spinning today which I find easier on my preggo body than hill climbs. I'm not sure why that is. Perhaps it is because the sprints are short in duration while hill climbs tax you for a long period. We also did jumps. When I am normal I hate jumps (as do most people). However, my preggo butt and belly love jumps. Sitting in the saddle too long gets uncomfortable in both places, so any out of saddle work is greatly appreciated.
Monday, March 3, 2008
FIRST Half Marathon Plan
I just found the FIRST Half Marathon training plan on runnersworld.com. It's basically a 3 day a week program that you combine with cross-training.
I did RW's full marathon plan for my first marathon with success. I also did it for my second marathon with a little less success. (My theory is that it will get you to a certain level but then you really have to start adding miles in)
I am contemplating using the FIRST Half plan as my post-baby get in shape plan. Main reasons:
Perhaps I'll do this plan this fall to get back in shape and then once my body is starting to make progress, switch to Daniel's for a spring marathon.
I did RW's full marathon plan for my first marathon with success. I also did it for my second marathon with a little less success. (My theory is that it will get you to a certain level but then you really have to start adding miles in)
I am contemplating using the FIRST Half plan as my post-baby get in shape plan. Main reasons:
- Low mileage: Perfect for recovering
- High intensity: The first time around the thing I had the most trouble regaining was speed
- Low frequency: With a newborn, a toddler and a job I'm not going to have a lot of time for mileage at first
Perhaps I'll do this plan this fall to get back in shape and then once my body is starting to make progress, switch to Daniel's for a spring marathon.
Saturday, March 1, 2008
Mammoth Lakes in SI
I was happy to see the latest issue of Sports Illustrated focused on the training towns of our Olympic hopefuls. In particular, it mentioned Chula Vista and Mammoth Lakes. I visited the former during college and it is just as beautiful and conducive to training as you could expect. The latter seems awesome as well (and especially because Meb, the Halls, and Deena all reside there).
They have some photos online.
They have some photos online.
Log: 2008.03.01
Activity: Running (treadmill)
Distance: 2.14 miles
Time: 30:00
Notes:
As predicted I was quite sore and tired today. Running definitely has a bigger impact on my preggo body than any other activity. Interesting. Anyways, 16min running, 4 min walking, 8 min running, 2 min walking. BTW, I keep saying that I am running even though some would consider it jogging pace (or more accurately waddling). I've always felt jogging was for overweight middle-age men in sweat pants and headbands who are trying to lose a few pounds to improve their golf game. Running (no matter what your speed) is for people who live and love the sport. Hence, despite my pregnancy induced slowness I'll still call it running.
Distance: 2.14 miles
Time: 30:00
Notes:
As predicted I was quite sore and tired today. Running definitely has a bigger impact on my preggo body than any other activity. Interesting. Anyways, 16min running, 4 min walking, 8 min running, 2 min walking. BTW, I keep saying that I am running even though some would consider it jogging pace (or more accurately waddling). I've always felt jogging was for overweight middle-age men in sweat pants and headbands who are trying to lose a few pounds to improve their golf game. Running (no matter what your speed) is for people who live and love the sport. Hence, despite my pregnancy induced slowness I'll still call it running.
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