Tuesday 17: Gym/Outdoor
Wednesday 18: Rest
Thursday 19: Gym
Run 2m @5.5 mph
Legs workout 2
Abs
Friday 20: Gym
Power walk w/hills
Arms
Abs
Saturday 21: Workout with Megan (Gym?)
Long Hilly Power walk
Run 2m @ 6.0 mph
Sunday 22: Rest
Tuesday, August 17, 2010
Workout Routine Wk of Aug 16
Monday 16: Gym
Run 2m @5.5 mph check
Legs workout 1 check
Abs check
Tuesday 17: Gym/Outdoor
Power walk w/hills Jog/walk 45 min outdoor
Arms check
Abs check
Wednesday 18: Rest
Thursday 19: Gym
Run 2m @5.5 mph
Legs workout 2
Abs
Friday 20: Gym
Power walk w/hills
Arms
Abs
Saturday 21: Workout with Megan (Gym?)
Long Hilly Power walk
Run 2m @ 6.0 mph
Sunday 22: Rest
Tuesday 17: Gym/Outdoor
Wednesday 18: Rest
Thursday 19: Gym
Run 2m @5.5 mph
Legs workout 2
Abs
Friday 20: Gym
Power walk w/hills
Arms
Abs
Saturday 21: Workout with Megan (Gym?)
Long Hilly Power walk
Run 2m @ 6.0 mph
Sunday 22: Rest
Wednesday, February 3, 2010
Workout Routine Week of 2/1
Monday: Swing Dance check
Tuesday:3 mile run check
Wednesday: Strength-Biceps, back, abs; Running @ speed Intervals
Thursday: Cardio Rest Day; strength training
Friday: Outdoor 3 mile run
Saturday: Rest Day
Sunday: 5k RACE Day!!!
Tuesday:
Wednesday: Strength-Biceps, back, abs; Running @ speed Intervals
Thursday: Cardio Rest Day; strength training
Friday: Outdoor 3 mile run
Saturday: Rest Day
Sunday: 5k RACE Day!!!
Monday, February 1, 2010
Week Recap
Monday: Swing Dance check
Tuesday:Gym-Legs, shoulders, abs; 3 mile run; Lunch walk check
Wednesday:Gym-Chest, triceps, abs; 20 minute run @ intervals; Lunch walk check
Thursday:No running. check Cardio on bike or DVD.; Lunch walk Turned out to be a complete Rest Day complete with snow. Did nothing.
Friday:Gym--3 mile run @ 5.3; Lunch walk 3m Frigid Outdoor Run Instead check
Saturday:Gym--Biceps, back, abs; 20 min run @ intervals check
Sunday:3 mile run outside. Time run; No Ice Skating check
General:Research & practice stretches for runners, research fueling your body for long runs check-found some great info @ www.coolrunning.com
All in all I did well--at least with exercise (food was a different story). One week til the 5k showdown!!
Tuesday:
Wednesday:
Thursday:
Friday:
Saturday:
Sunday:
General:
All in all I did well--at least with exercise (food was a different story). One week til the 5k showdown!!
Friday, January 29, 2010
Frigid Friday
After much procrastination, I did get up this morning to go for a run. I figured I wouldn't have time to go to the gym as I had planned for today--I'll save that for tomorrow. I almost didn't go after hearing the temperature. "14 degrees...feels like 1 degree."
But I layered and bundled and off I went. It was definitely cold. My body warmed up pretty quickly, but my fingers were definitely frozen. The wire for my iPod wasn't flexible because of the temperature. I was hoping it wouldn't break.
It was hard--but I did it. Going out wasn't that bad, but about 1/3 way back, I felt it. A stitch in my side started. Then about 2/3 back my breathing was really hard, and finally I felt it in my legs. I did have to slow to a walk a couple of times on the way back--and I was certainly not going particularly fast--probably about 4-4.5 mph. Map My Run.com calculated 4.8 but I felt like it was less.
But regardless, I did it. And I'm a little exhilarated. And very much looking forward to the actual 5k next weekend. I was reading up on prep for races and got some good tips in terms of fuel, rest, stretching, etc. Let's just hope the weather holds out.
But I layered and bundled and off I went. It was definitely cold. My body warmed up pretty quickly, but my fingers were definitely frozen. The wire for my iPod wasn't flexible because of the temperature. I was hoping it wouldn't break.
It was hard--but I did it. Going out wasn't that bad, but about 1/3 way back, I felt it. A stitch in my side started. Then about 2/3 back my breathing was really hard, and finally I felt it in my legs. I did have to slow to a walk a couple of times on the way back--and I was certainly not going particularly fast--probably about 4-4.5 mph. Map My Run.com calculated 4.8 but I felt like it was less.
But regardless, I did it. And I'm a little exhilarated. And very much looking forward to the actual 5k next weekend. I was reading up on prep for races and got some good tips in terms of fuel, rest, stretching, etc. Let's just hope the weather holds out.
Wednesday, January 27, 2010
Workout Routine Week of 1/25
A little late, but I figured I'd post this for the rest of the week
Monday:Swing Dance check
Tuesday:Gym-Legs, shoulders, abs; 3 mile run; Lunch walk check
Wednesday:Gym-Chest, triceps, abs; 20 minute run @ intervals; Lunch walk check
Thursday: No running. Cardio on bike or DVD.; Lunch walk
Friday: Gym--3 mile run @ 5.3; Lunch walk
Saturday: Gym--Biceps, back, abs; 20 min run @ intervals
Sunday: 3 mile run outside. Time run; Ice Skating
General: Research & practice stretches for runners, research fueling your body for long runs
Monday:
Tuesday:
Wednesday:
Thursday: No running. Cardio on bike or DVD.; Lunch walk
Friday: Gym--3 mile run @ 5.3; Lunch walk
Saturday: Gym--Biceps, back, abs; 20 min run @ intervals
Sunday: 3 mile run outside. Time run; Ice Skating
General: Research & practice stretches for runners, research fueling your body for long runs
Wednesday Work Out
Chest, triceps, abs...
Shoulders & chest suck. Triceps seemed harder this time. Crunch machine increased to 35lbs. Reverse crunch=16 (10+6)
Cardio: Treadmill
Ran 20 min, speeds varied between 5.0 and 7.0 for intervals of about 1 minute. Really hard. Sweat like mad. Needed to break a couple of times once I started at 6.5 & after 7.0.
5APs at gym, 1AP lunchtime walk.
Shoulders & chest suck. Triceps seemed harder this time. Crunch machine increased to 35lbs. Reverse crunch=16 (10+6)
Cardio: Treadmill
Ran 20 min, speeds varied between 5.0 and 7.0 for intervals of about 1 minute. Really hard. Sweat like mad. Needed to break a couple of times once I started at 6.5 & after 7.0.
5APs at gym, 1AP lunchtime walk.
Tuesday, January 26, 2010
Countdown to 5k: Less than Two weeks
I Finally made it to the gym this morning. First morning since last Tuesday, and first time to the gym since Wednesday. Thursday & Friday I got tired & lazy. I ran outside on Saturday, and Sunday I was lazy again.
Since there's less than two weeks left until the 5k, I am increasing my running. Today I ran the 3.1 miles (5k). It took me almost 40 minutes @ 5.0 + breaks. My goal is to run 3.1 miles every two days this week to work on building my endurance. I'll alternate that with 20 minute runs on the treadmill with intervals at higher speeds, and one day break. Also one of the runs should be outdoor. I just changed this from running every day--thanks to a friend's sage advise not to burn myself out before the race.
The days of the longer runs I'll probably have to cut out strength training. Today I was at the gym for an hour and a half to fit everything in. It was good because I hadn't been there in almost a week, but I should try to keep them to about an hour unless it's a weekend or something. Not good when I have to still get ready for work.
I also wore my knee brace today to help alleviate some of the pressure on my left knee since lately they've been killing me. Not a good sign even before I start training for the 13 miles, but, I think it'll be okay.
Since there's less than two weeks left until the 5k, I am increasing my running. Today I ran the 3.1 miles (5k). It took me almost 40 minutes @ 5.0 + breaks. My goal is to run 3.1 miles every two days this week to work on building my endurance. I'll alternate that with 20 minute runs on the treadmill with intervals at higher speeds, and one day break. Also one of the runs should be outdoor. I just changed this from running every day--thanks to a friend's sage advise not to burn myself out before the race.
The days of the longer runs I'll probably have to cut out strength training. Today I was at the gym for an hour and a half to fit everything in. It was good because I hadn't been there in almost a week, but I should try to keep them to about an hour unless it's a weekend or something. Not good when I have to still get ready for work.
I also wore my knee brace today to help alleviate some of the pressure on my left knee since lately they've been killing me. Not a good sign even before I start training for the 13 miles, but, I think it'll be okay.
Wednesday, January 20, 2010
Damn my knees
They're going to hate me. So far I've run every day this week. I'm running tomorrow and Friday and probably Saturday. And my knees hurt something awful. Particularly the left. Oy.
Anyway--workout today was a little haphazard. I went and I worked out & I ran, but I was tired and because I had a board meeting this morning I left work dreading my evening trip to the gym.
When I belonged to Lucille Roberts, I used to only go after work or on the weekends. These days, I actually prefer the mornings! As hard as it is to get my butt out of bed in the AM, the gym is PACKED after work. I had to wait for a treadmill, had to wait for weight machines...not fun. It doesn't help keep my motivation in tact. In the mornings it's so much nicer and less pressure to rush through your workout either to get of the way of other people or to just get out.
Anyway--as I mentioned, today's workout wasn't as structured as it has been. I did my 2nd weight workout of the week--biceps, back, and abs, followed by cardio.
Eventually I got all of those done.
The hard part was the treadmill. I got on and did my usual 5 minute brisk walk for warmup, then increased the speed. But I wasn't really feeling it. And I had to pee. After another five minutes I ran to the bathroom. I probably could have gone longer, but I didn't want any mishaps. But then I had to start all over again.
Yesterday I did intervals of 6.0 interchanging with 5.0 and a couple stretches of 6.5. Today I was struggling to do 5.7. I guess my body needs to get used to it, and as I mentioned my knee has been killing me. In the long run (literally), I did push myself to go farther, faster, and longer than previous runs, but it was painful.
Tomorrow I'm planning to run outside. My goal is to go three miles, trying to run as much as possible. I'm using www.mapmyrun.com so I'll know how far to go and my goal is just to get as far as possible. And it will be cold, so conditions will be similar to my 5k in February.
The 1/2 marathon pre-training plan has me running anywhere between 3 and 5 miles for about 5 weeks before I start the 12 week training plan.
Okay, sure. First, I just need to get myself up to three miles.
Anyway--workout today was a little haphazard. I went and I worked out & I ran, but I was tired and because I had a board meeting this morning I left work dreading my evening trip to the gym.
When I belonged to Lucille Roberts, I used to only go after work or on the weekends. These days, I actually prefer the mornings! As hard as it is to get my butt out of bed in the AM, the gym is PACKED after work. I had to wait for a treadmill, had to wait for weight machines...not fun. It doesn't help keep my motivation in tact. In the mornings it's so much nicer and less pressure to rush through your workout either to get of the way of other people or to just get out.
Anyway--as I mentioned, today's workout wasn't as structured as it has been. I did my 2nd weight workout of the week--biceps, back, and abs, followed by cardio.
Eventually I got all of those done.
The hard part was the treadmill. I got on and did my usual 5 minute brisk walk for warmup, then increased the speed. But I wasn't really feeling it. And I had to pee. After another five minutes I ran to the bathroom. I probably could have gone longer, but I didn't want any mishaps. But then I had to start all over again.
Yesterday I did intervals of 6.0 interchanging with 5.0 and a couple stretches of 6.5. Today I was struggling to do 5.7. I guess my body needs to get used to it, and as I mentioned my knee has been killing me. In the long run (literally), I did push myself to go farther, faster, and longer than previous runs, but it was painful.
Tomorrow I'm planning to run outside. My goal is to go three miles, trying to run as much as possible. I'm using www.mapmyrun.com so I'll know how far to go and my goal is just to get as far as possible. And it will be cold, so conditions will be similar to my 5k in February.
The 1/2 marathon pre-training plan has me running anywhere between 3 and 5 miles for about 5 weeks before I start the 12 week training plan.
Okay, sure. First, I just need to get myself up to three miles.
Tuesday, January 19, 2010
Purpose & Mission
I work for a nonprofit organization. And most companies and nonprofits have a mission and/or a purpose that they use to describe their company.
Since I already have another blog page, Smile It Helps which I have used to chronicle my weight loss for almost two years through Weight Watchers, I wanted to differentiate this blog.
My Purpose: Live to Fit to Live is my page to chronicle my activities to get healthy. Workouts, schedules, goals, etc can be logged on this page.
My Mission: To strive to be the best version of me possible through exercise.
This all begins with my training for a 5k race next month, and a 1/2 marathon in May.
Over the past year, I have taken up running as a sport. I have never ever ever been a runner, and this has slowly started to change with my training. I began with the Couch to 5k program last March. I didn't complete it, but it did get me started, helping me to build my endurance for running. I struggle with asthma when I exert myself through exercise, and my lung capacity has always held me back. Through my training, I have been able to get through that and develop better breathing habits to keep me going longer. Also, as my weight has dropped, my body has more energy for the task at hand.
So that's it. My name is Julia, and I want to live to be fit and be fit to live. Join me in my journey! :)
Since I already have another blog page, Smile It Helps which I have used to chronicle my weight loss for almost two years through Weight Watchers, I wanted to differentiate this blog.
My Purpose: Live to Fit to Live is my page to chronicle my activities to get healthy. Workouts, schedules, goals, etc can be logged on this page.
My Mission: To strive to be the best version of me possible through exercise.
This all begins with my training for a 5k race next month, and a 1/2 marathon in May.
Over the past year, I have taken up running as a sport. I have never ever ever been a runner, and this has slowly started to change with my training. I began with the Couch to 5k program last March. I didn't complete it, but it did get me started, helping me to build my endurance for running. I struggle with asthma when I exert myself through exercise, and my lung capacity has always held me back. Through my training, I have been able to get through that and develop better breathing habits to keep me going longer. Also, as my weight has dropped, my body has more energy for the task at hand.
So that's it. My name is Julia, and I want to live to be fit and be fit to live. Join me in my journey! :)
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