I started off on the wrong foot today.. Well, at least with the wrong footwear. I forgot socks, so I had to run in nylon trouser socks. CUTE you say! I know I know.
It was a beautiful day, but mighty windy. I had a bit of trouble towards the end of the program catching my breath, and I think it may have been the wind. I felt almost like I couldn't get a deep breath because of it. I pushed on though, and felt amazing afterwards.
Not only did I forget socks, but I forgot water too. Doh!
Total distance 2.18 mi
Best Mile 13'29" (walking and running of course :)
Calories burned 249- According to Nike +
I also walked further after I had my cool down. Not far, another 0.46 miles and 7 minutes but it my Nike + said it was 52 more calories, so it wasn't a bad thing!
Onward and Upward. Thursday is week 3!
Tuesday, March 30, 2010
Sunday, March 28, 2010
W2D2
I had technical diffculties again today! Geez, you would think I would be figuring stuff out by now! I forgot to hit the start on my nike + application before I started my C25K work out. So I dont knwo how many calories I burned or the distance I went. I set it on the walk bacl (cool down period) and it stated 1.45 miles and 165 calories burned.. So I figure I burned atleast 270-290 again on the C25K program. It stinks though because I dont know my pace or mileage. :( Boo
It was a really good day at the lake though. Mike came and he and the girls went for a walk while I did my program. I felt really good today, and It seemed like I went really far on my walk/run portion. I went to a different area in the lake today to start, which was really enjoyable, but offered a lot more hills. But those hills felt good.
It was a good day. I can't wait until I run the whole time.. I know,baby steps, baby steps..
My favorite part of the run that is still making me smile, is when I met up with Mike and the girls at the lake, we were quite a distance apart, but as soon as Darby saw me she ran to me and jumped in my arms. Im so lucky to have my girls.
It was a really good day at the lake though. Mike came and he and the girls went for a walk while I did my program. I felt really good today, and It seemed like I went really far on my walk/run portion. I went to a different area in the lake today to start, which was really enjoyable, but offered a lot more hills. But those hills felt good.
It was a good day. I can't wait until I run the whole time.. I know,baby steps, baby steps..
My favorite part of the run that is still making me smile, is when I met up with Mike and the girls at the lake, we were quite a distance apart, but as soon as Darby saw me she ran to me and jumped in my arms. Im so lucky to have my girls.
Thursday, March 25, 2010
W2D1
I managed to wipe out my running play list on my C25K and I will sum this up in one word. Sucktastic.
I was getting frustrated to have some music playing so I just grabbed 3 songs and added them, because I didn't want to miss more time with my girls.
The 3 songs I chose
All Apolgies- Nirvana (a live version)
Album of the Year- The Good Life
Alice Springs- Liz Phair
Now each of these songs are very good, and I heart them all but they are NOT running songs. I found my pace was slower, and I didn't feel like I could conquer the world. Music is essential to me running. I of course figured out how to re ad the play list as soon as I got into the car.
I was worried because I started week 2 today, but I think I did a ok!
Total distance 2.11 mi
Best Mile 13'27" (walking and running of course :)
Calories burned 276- According to Nike +
I was getting frustrated to have some music playing so I just grabbed 3 songs and added them, because I didn't want to miss more time with my girls.
The 3 songs I chose
All Apolgies- Nirvana (a live version)
Album of the Year- The Good Life
Alice Springs- Liz Phair
Now each of these songs are very good, and I heart them all but they are NOT running songs. I found my pace was slower, and I didn't feel like I could conquer the world. Music is essential to me running. I of course figured out how to re ad the play list as soon as I got into the car.
I was worried because I started week 2 today, but I think I did a ok!
Total distance 2.11 mi
Best Mile 13'27" (walking and running of course :)
Calories burned 276- According to Nike +
Tuesday, March 23, 2010
W1D3
Today was a perfect day for running. It was cloudy and a bit chilly (around 55) and it felt good. I ran right after work again today, and leaking ethanol cars have nothing on me when I am at that lake. I am really enjoying the stress reliever before I come home.
I ran a little bit in the cool down period today. I felt like I had a bit more in me. I am a bit sore today, but looking forward to Thursday.
Total distance 2.60 mi
Best Mile 12'59" (walking and running of course :)
Calories burned 296- According to Nike +
I ran a little bit in the cool down period today. I felt like I had a bit more in me. I am a bit sore today, but looking forward to Thursday.
Total distance 2.60 mi
Best Mile 12'59" (walking and running of course :)
Calories burned 296- According to Nike +
Sunday, March 21, 2010
W1D2
Today was a wonderful day. I really enjoyed myself. I got some new running shoes, and they felt awesome! I also found a application for my itouch that lets me listen to my own music and still alerts me to the C25K transitions.
I feel determined, and I am enjoying myself.
I am looking forward to day 3, on Tuesday.
Total distance 2.26 mi
Best Mile 13'51" (walking and running of course :)
Calories burned 259- According to Nike +
I feel determined, and I am enjoying myself.
I am looking forward to day 3, on Tuesday.
Total distance 2.26 mi
Best Mile 13'51" (walking and running of course :)
Calories burned 259- According to Nike +
Friday, March 19, 2010
Week 1 Day One
I started the couch to 5 k program yesterday 3/18/10.
http://www.coolrunning.com/engine/2/2_3/181.shtml
I used this podcast to help me along
http://www.ullreys.com/robert/Podcasts/podcasts/podcasts.html
My first impressions were.. Wow it is beautiful at the Lake today, and WOW I am out of shape. I went directly from work and I tried to figure a good way to carry my keys, itouch, and my phone. I came up with wearing a vest.. I need to think of something better.
I felt good after I completed the day, and I am excited to go tomorrow morning bright and early before the girls start the day.
A few things I need to work on, my cute pink skull ear buds kept coming out of my ears, the shoes my ex bought me 10 + years ago are a half size too small (I need new ones) and I need to work on my breathing.
All and all a sucessful first day!
http://www.coolrunning.com/engine/2/2_3/181.shtml
I used this podcast to help me along
http://www.ullreys.com/robert/Podcasts/podcasts/podcasts.html
My first impressions were.. Wow it is beautiful at the Lake today, and WOW I am out of shape. I went directly from work and I tried to figure a good way to carry my keys, itouch, and my phone. I came up with wearing a vest.. I need to think of something better.
I felt good after I completed the day, and I am excited to go tomorrow morning bright and early before the girls start the day.
A few things I need to work on, my cute pink skull ear buds kept coming out of my ears, the shoes my ex bought me 10 + years ago are a half size too small (I need new ones) and I need to work on my breathing.
All and all a sucessful first day!
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