No one said this training would be easy. I can live with that. It's the guilt I can't get over. *sigh*
I didn't get to train properly yesterday because my daughter wanted to walk with me. She is just 5 so needless to say, she can't walk/run for the length of time I have to train. We did get out and walked around the neighborhood for 20 min. She just didn't want me to leave her.
I feel guilty because I have to leave them when I could be spending time with them. I guess I'll have to get out in the morning, before 5 AM in order to get the training in. The fact Braden doesn't sleep thru the night yet isn't helping my morning routine either. I think he may be afraid of the dark, so we are going to try a nightlight and see if it helps any.
So getting out of bed is a struggle in the morning, after I'm up at least twice with him. Sometimes I think maybe I should have waited until they got older. But will it ever get easier? The older they get, the more time they'll need. There will be homeworks to check, sports, etc.
I may just go to the track today and take Candace with me. She likes to run around the track for a while, and then sits there and watches me. At least she'll get to watch me.
sorry for the pity party here. Just one of those days.
Tuesday, May 8
Monday, May 7
The mind was willing, the body not so much
Saturday was the Robert Johnson Blue's Festival in Hazlehurst. I had planned on going, until I got home from our run. The exhaustion and lack of sleep got the best of me. I could hear the music from my house, and wanted to go so badly but I didn't think my body would take it well. So I guess I'll wait until next year.
I XT yesterday. Did Pilates and targeted my abs. OUCH. I'm hurting today. Why is it that I'm aching more today than I was yesterday? My legs are even more sore. I'm looking forward to getting out there today. I'm sure it'll help with the aches and pains.
Saturday, I realized I can very comfortably run for 1.5 minutes. Until Saturday, I could make it but it was a struggle those last 10 seconds. Not anymore. So I'm ready to attempt 2 minutes. At least I think I am.
BTW, Thank you Mark and Clark for going along with me in the last few miles. Clark, you always seem to know the exact time when I need a word of encouragement. I can't wait to have you cheering us along in Chicago. Thank you for all you do for our group.
I XT yesterday. Did Pilates and targeted my abs. OUCH. I'm hurting today. Why is it that I'm aching more today than I was yesterday? My legs are even more sore. I'm looking forward to getting out there today. I'm sure it'll help with the aches and pains.
Saturday, I realized I can very comfortably run for 1.5 minutes. Until Saturday, I could make it but it was a struggle those last 10 seconds. Not anymore. So I'm ready to attempt 2 minutes. At least I think I am.
BTW, Thank you Mark and Clark for going along with me in the last few miles. Clark, you always seem to know the exact time when I need a word of encouragement. I can't wait to have you cheering us along in Chicago. Thank you for all you do for our group.
Saturday, May 5
Running my own race
Today's run was a learning experience for me. I actually enjoyed it, even if my legs felt like they weighed a ton right at the end.
I started out with Christa and Kim, but soon realized I just couldn't keep their pace (those girls are too fast for me!). My legs were hurting, and felt like they were going to cramp. So instead of stopping, which I really wanted to do, I slowed down and gave my legs a chance to warm up. I ended up doing 1.5 intervals during the whole thing.
I enjoyed the course, even if it was a bit tricky with the mud and the rocks. The fires the reenactment guys had going reminded me of my grandfather. I know he would have been proud of me.
So, while I was out there doing my best, I had a chance to think, reflect, etc. Things I've learned while doing my LSD run.
1) Running your own race is the key. It doesn't matter how slow you are, just do your best.
2) Weekly training is important, must not miss those!
3) The mind does tricky things to you when you run. I started telling myself those last 2 miles "you can do this, you carried twins along with their individual "equipment"; YOU CAN DO IT!
4) Training with this group is awesome. Everyone is so encouraging, and just being around this group inspires me to do better every day.
5) Must have my daily coffee before a run. I didn't have any this morning bc I didn't want to get dehydrated. Well, I could tell the difference.
6) Vickie totally rocks! Kudos to you, my friend! Vickie is one fast walker. I was doing intervals, and she caught up with me and passed me! You are awesome!
7) I love running around residential areas. Most people are so supportive, like the lady who was sitting outside right before the finish line. That last mile, she started clapping as we walked by. That was the best moment of the day.
So those are my reflections. ha! I had to come home and take a nap because I was exhausted. Last night, I didn't get much sleep, my son Braden doesn't like to sleep apparently, and tries to keep me awake right along with him. So after 3 AM, I got little sleep, and I was up and going by 6:30.
My time was slower than last week, but that's ok. I finished.
I started out with Christa and Kim, but soon realized I just couldn't keep their pace (those girls are too fast for me!). My legs were hurting, and felt like they were going to cramp. So instead of stopping, which I really wanted to do, I slowed down and gave my legs a chance to warm up. I ended up doing 1.5 intervals during the whole thing.
I enjoyed the course, even if it was a bit tricky with the mud and the rocks. The fires the reenactment guys had going reminded me of my grandfather. I know he would have been proud of me.
So, while I was out there doing my best, I had a chance to think, reflect, etc. Things I've learned while doing my LSD run.
1) Running your own race is the key. It doesn't matter how slow you are, just do your best.
2) Weekly training is important, must not miss those!
3) The mind does tricky things to you when you run. I started telling myself those last 2 miles "you can do this, you carried twins along with their individual "equipment"; YOU CAN DO IT!
4) Training with this group is awesome. Everyone is so encouraging, and just being around this group inspires me to do better every day.
5) Must have my daily coffee before a run. I didn't have any this morning bc I didn't want to get dehydrated. Well, I could tell the difference.
6) Vickie totally rocks! Kudos to you, my friend! Vickie is one fast walker. I was doing intervals, and she caught up with me and passed me! You are awesome!
7) I love running around residential areas. Most people are so supportive, like the lady who was sitting outside right before the finish line. That last mile, she started clapping as we walked by. That was the best moment of the day.
So those are my reflections. ha! I had to come home and take a nap because I was exhausted. Last night, I didn't get much sleep, my son Braden doesn't like to sleep apparently, and tries to keep me awake right along with him. So after 3 AM, I got little sleep, and I was up and going by 6:30.
My time was slower than last week, but that's ok. I finished.
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