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posted: 7/5/2008 at 4:16 AM
modified: 7/5/2008 at 4:17 AM |
| I tried some back to back and it wasn't great for me at that time. I found the third day was pretty rough. I suspect part of that was that I wasn't in good enough shape at the time to bounce back so quick. One thing I am sure of is that two days off is alright; three days is too many for me. I need to keep that in mind with back to back running days. If I run Tuesday-Wednesday instead of Tuesday-Thursday, I better be able to run Saturday. It looks like I might have a couple of back to backs this month. |
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1 summer race done. 1 fall race done. Looking forward to the Resolution Run Dec 31! |
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posted: 7/5/2008 at 5:01 PM |
I could use some reassurance and encouragement -
Our power went off on Wednesday evening. Out here in the boonies, when we lose power, we lose water. I planned to run Thursday, but I get SO dirty when I run - bug spray, sweat, dirt from the trail all over my legs - that I thought I'd put it off until the power came back on or until I found a place I knew I could shower afterwards. I thought I was putting it off for a few hours or maybe a day. Now it's Saturday, and our power just came back on, so I haven't run for 3 days. I'm trying to get motivated to go for a run this afternoon. (the thought of a second shower today sounds kind of nice)
I was thinking that if I could run Saturday, Sunday (both "short" runs for the OHR week 4), then the "long" run on Tuesday (whopping 3 minutes longer than today), then Thursday, Friday short runs just this week, that would get me to having my long runs on Sundays, which works a lot better than a weekday for me. Does that seem overly ambitious? Two back-to-back run days in a week? I would just stick with the every other day except for trying to get my long days onto a weekend day. I've been doing 30 minute runs every other day for 4 weeks, so...?
Obiebyke, let me know how your after-OHR plan works for you. I was hoping to get to 3 OHRs a week eventually. No big rush - I just want to keep going. Which is why this 3 day off (and low motivational level today) is bugging me.
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2008 Goals
1. Don't get injured
2. Run for at least 1 hr at least 3X/week
3. Keep running in the winter
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posted: 7/5/2008 at 6:34 PM |
| Runswithdogs, it's going to feel great to get out there and run today. You've built up a solid base so play it by feel with the back to backs. My best advice is to really be careful all week to make sure you are eating well, sleeping enough and hydrating well to give your body the best prep for those back to back runs. Good luck! |
"If you want to become the best runner you can be, start now. Don't spend the rest of your life wondering if you can do it. - Priscilla Welch
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1 summer race done. 1 fall race done. Looking forward to the Resolution Run Dec 31! |
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posted: 7/5/2008 at 6:53 PM |
| OHR w8d3 is in the books. I have found that anything over 40 minutes is really tough. |
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posted: 7/6/2008 at 2:39 AM |
| Quote from gwhutch on 7/5/2008 at 6:53 PM: OHR w8d3 is in the books. I have found that anything over 40 minutes is really tough.
Just remember, at one time 30 minutes was tough! You'll cruise through that 40 one of these runs.
Today was a crazy day and I just couldn't break away for a run. I'm not too concerned though since I ran Tuesday-Thursday. I'll still finish my last week in a week.  |
"If you want to become the best runner you can be, start now. Don't spend the rest of your life wondering if you can do it. - Priscilla Welch
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1 summer race done. 1 fall race done. Looking forward to the Resolution Run Dec 31! |
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posted: 7/6/2008 at 5:59 AM |
I finished OHR Week 4 and my first longer run went fine with the exception of two mistakes. First, I did my strength training before my run since I was still waiting for it to cool down. I also upped my weight today so I sweat was sheeting off me before I even started. Second mistake, I use my old "failed" running shoes as workout shoes so I don't wear out my running shoes with lateral motion... well, I forgot to switch shoes. My knee and feet hurt for most of the 2nd half. After a soak in the pool and massage I'm all better. Learned that lesson, the accidental switch wasn't even noticed till the end of the run and I just couldn't figure out what was wrong. Guess my new shoes are "the ones"
Keep up the great work everyone. BTW: this week something switched in me. I am a runner now. Not sure when the change happened but it was like a lightbulb. |
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posted: 7/6/2008 at 4:17 PM |
Well, I have my first little injury. I was down in Mississippi for the past week and the only change (other than venue) was that I ran on a treadmill instead of the road. Not sure if that had anything to do with it, but the front part of my lower left leg kills me when I flex my foot up or back (so, basically with every step). I'm headed up to W. Virginia this week, so I'm taking a 7-10 day break to really recover. I've iced it a lot the last 2 days and taken some anti-inflammatory meds and it already feels a ton better.
So, I'm on hold in the middle of OHR W4. I'll do my Day 3 long run on Friday, July 11. I'll check back in as I can and see the progress everyone's making.
Have a great week, everyone! |
In 2008, I have:
Started running in April
Completed Couch to 5K and One Hour Runner
Set PR in: 5k - 25:29 | 10k - 54:22 | HM - 12/13/08
Lost 27 lbs (8 to go)
In 2009, I will:
Run 1k miles
PR in 5k, 10k, and HM
Run my first Marathon - Nov. 14 - Richmond, VA
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posted: 7/6/2008 at 5:38 PM |
hey goddess...
we run again tonight so i'll let you know.... i was thinking that 3 weeks ago running for 60 seconds was a huge obstacle to overcome and you've licked 3 minutes right? You'll do fine!! Congrats on another week down!!!
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posted: 7/6/2008 at 5:50 PM |
Goddess9 - When I started the program several months ago I couldn't run at all. Ok, well maybe for 1 minute. I totally freaked at the idea of the 1st 20 minute run and repeated the week several times before I actually did it. I am now almost done week 9 - I keep on being sidelined by attempts at cross training that leave me sore ( did aerobics on Sunday and biked this am) but plan on doing w9d3 on Tuesday now. I am also what I guess you could call a "big girl" - very likely even bigger than you - as I am now down to 252. I have also never been a runner. Ironically I tried running in high school when I was literally half the weight I am now but never liked it and remember my legs hurt me. I didn't have the great training program that We do here though!  I credit the C25k program/podcast and this web site with helping me along the way. Don't think I could have done it on my own.
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posted: 7/6/2008 at 6:27 PM |
turtlechick, you've got a point! I nearly tripled the time I am able to jog so I guess I should just HTFU and do it come Tuesday! Thanks for the encouragement! 
Moonstar, I was almost your weight when I first started working out (about March 2007, at 245 lbs.) and I'm about 210 right now after a 9 month hiatus. I'm glad I'm not the only big girl that's doing this! |
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posted: 7/6/2008 at 6:53 PM |
goddess9 -
You can absolutely do Week 4! Just let yourself do it, and don't psych yourself out. Go slow, and if you have to repeat the week once or twice or more, so be it. Glad your knee pain is better.
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2008 Goals
1. Don't get injured
2. Run for at least 1 hr at least 3X/week
3. Keep running in the winter
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posted: 7/6/2008 at 7:01 PM |
Goddess9 - No, you're not the only big girl. I was 210 when I started (currently 160-ish), and like so many others here couldn't run a minute without gasping and thinking I was going to die!!!
When my coworkers have asked, I usually credit my weight loss to running. But I think that's only part of the picture. Running... but more-so it's the fact that in running I have been able to successfully make and meet a series of goals. I have been able to see myself accomplish what I'd never thought possible. And that gave me a LOT of self-confidence. I started feeling better about myself and somehow that made it easier to want to take care of myself.
I hear you loud and clear when you're looking ahead and freaking out wondering how on earth you're going to do it. But believe me, YOU ARE! You are going to be able to do this. Just make up your mind that you're going to try and try and no matter what you're not going to let ANYTHING get in between you and that goal, and you'll do it!
Then, come Tuesday, go out there and give it a try! You already know you can run for 3 minutes. So... if for some reason you can only run for 4 minutes, is that a failure? Heck no! It means that you're making progress towards your goal but you're still working towards it. What's wrong with that? What's wrong with making progress but not being at your goal yet?
Tell yourself that the time-table for reaching your goal can be flexible but whether or not you reach it is NOT open for negotiation. Then go do your best! I'll bet you surprise yourself. |
| Working my way down from 174 to 159 pounds. Currently back at 174. Darn T-day & stress... >:( |
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