Today I started round #2 of the c25k plan. I have changed 2 things up this time around. First off, I've increased my speed. Instead of jogging at between 4.0-4.5, I stepped up my speed to 6.0. That seemed like a really good speed for me to start out with, it feels attainable, while still pushing me above where I currently am.
The second thing that I changed was the incline on the treadmill. I have NEVER walked or jogged at anything other than 0 incline. I never even think of touching that button. I know that in order for me to ever jog outside, I need to get used to inclines. So, for the first half of my workout, I put the incline at 3.0. Jumped it up to a 4.0 for the second half. I absolutely could feel the difference!
This workout pushed me. I know it might sound crazy, but it felt FANTASTIC to push myself harder than what I've been doing. I can't wait to keep this improvement up.
At the end of the 30 minute plan, I continued walking on the treadmill in order to bring my workout up to an hour. I bumped to the incline up to 6.0 and then slowly kept increasing it, ended up walking the last 9 minutes at an 8.0. I was definitely working some different muscles! I guess we'll see just how much I feel this workout tomorrow!
Saturday, November 26, 2011
Intervals
So, Ana, one of my instructors/friends gave me some tips about working on my speed. She recommended I to Intervals. Basically, what you do is walk 1 minute, jog at a comfortable pace 1 minute, then jog all out as fast as you possibly can for 1 last minute. Then start back again at the walk. While doing the couch-2-5k, towards the end of the program I was jogging at a speed of about 4.5. That was pretty much my top speed. Now I'm ready to step that up.
I've done intervals twice this week. First time, I had 4.5 be the speed for the comfortable jog, then for the all out I pushed myself to a 6.5 on the treadmill. I ended up doing 7 sets. Twice I did have to walk for 2 minutes rather than the 1, just to try to catch my breath a bit more! The last set, I did end up pushing my speed even more and made it 1 minute at a 7.0! Great workout!
The second set was pretty much the same as the first, with two differences. I only had to walk for an extra minute during 1 of the intervals. And I did 7.0 for 3 of the 7 sets. My goal is to go 7.0 for all of the sets next time.
I am really surprised that I was able to push myself to that speed. It really felt great!
I've done intervals twice this week. First time, I had 4.5 be the speed for the comfortable jog, then for the all out I pushed myself to a 6.5 on the treadmill. I ended up doing 7 sets. Twice I did have to walk for 2 minutes rather than the 1, just to try to catch my breath a bit more! The last set, I did end up pushing my speed even more and made it 1 minute at a 7.0! Great workout!
The second set was pretty much the same as the first, with two differences. I only had to walk for an extra minute during 1 of the intervals. And I did 7.0 for 3 of the 7 sets. My goal is to go 7.0 for all of the sets next time.
I am really surprised that I was able to push myself to that speed. It really felt great!
Monday, November 21, 2011
C25K - Finishing Round #1
I've decided to consider myself done with round #1 of the c25k plan. "Technically" I've only finished through Wk 8 Day 1, but considering that in the hardest, Wk 9, workout there is only a 30 minute jog. And yet for the last 2 workouts I'd jogged over 50 minutes. I just don't see the reason to finish the last 5 workouts. Seems to me that I'd just be somewhat stagnate. I am completely ready to step things up, and I think these last workouts would be a waste of time and wouldn't help me do that.
So here's the plan. Although I can jog for a long period of time, I am still a pretty slow jogger. So, now it's time to focus on speed. I'm going to mix things up a bit. Partly, I'm going to re-do the c25k plan, focusing purely on speed this time. Also, one of my instructors at the gym told me about some ways to increase speed. So, I'll probably combine the two and mix things up.
I was actually really hesitant to say that I am done and not finish these last workouts. I felt like it would almost be like quitting. But then I realized that the most important thing is for me to listen to my own body and do what's best for it. And I really feel that this is the best thing for me.
Most c25k graduates sign-up for their first 5k. I am REALLY not a fan of running outside in the VERY cold weather this time of year where I live. So, instead, I am planning on my first 5k being in March. It's a St. Patrick's day one. If I was to do one right now, I would definitely finish it, but I would be over 30 minutes. Maybe with working on my speed, my first real 5k could be under that 30 minute mark!
Looking forward to continuing to push myself. I am in shock at just how far I've already come in such a short amount of time. Can't wait to see how much farther I can improve!
So here's the plan. Although I can jog for a long period of time, I am still a pretty slow jogger. So, now it's time to focus on speed. I'm going to mix things up a bit. Partly, I'm going to re-do the c25k plan, focusing purely on speed this time. Also, one of my instructors at the gym told me about some ways to increase speed. So, I'll probably combine the two and mix things up.
I was actually really hesitant to say that I am done and not finish these last workouts. I felt like it would almost be like quitting. But then I realized that the most important thing is for me to listen to my own body and do what's best for it. And I really feel that this is the best thing for me.
Most c25k graduates sign-up for their first 5k. I am REALLY not a fan of running outside in the VERY cold weather this time of year where I live. So, instead, I am planning on my first 5k being in March. It's a St. Patrick's day one. If I was to do one right now, I would definitely finish it, but I would be over 30 minutes. Maybe with working on my speed, my first real 5k could be under that 30 minute mark!
Looking forward to continuing to push myself. I am in shock at just how far I've already come in such a short amount of time. Can't wait to see how much farther I can improve!
Ironman Day #13
Today's Stats -
Swim -
Bike - 13.65 Miles
Run -
Time - 0:50
Total Stats -
Swim - 78 laps (3900 Meters) - Finished!
Bike - 112 Miles - Finished!
Run - 26.2 Miles - Finished!
Time - 18:15
Lucky #13/Day #13 - Ironman is FINISHED!!! Took me a total of 18 hours and 15 minutes. I have NO idea how someone manages to do all of this in 1 day! I struggled getting it done in 13 days. I'm just really happy that I was able to finish. It's nice knowing that I can set my mind to something and see it through to the end. Also, even though I struggled a bit, it was good for me to mix my workouts up. I look forward to doing this again next year. Let's see how much I can improve my time in 1 year!
Swim -
Bike - 13.65 Miles
Run -
Time - 0:50
Total Stats -
Swim - 78 laps (3900 Meters) - Finished!
Bike - 112 Miles - Finished!
Run - 26.2 Miles - Finished!
Time - 18:15
Lucky #13/Day #13 - Ironman is FINISHED!!! Took me a total of 18 hours and 15 minutes. I have NO idea how someone manages to do all of this in 1 day! I struggled getting it done in 13 days. I'm just really happy that I was able to finish. It's nice knowing that I can set my mind to something and see it through to the end. Also, even though I struggled a bit, it was good for me to mix my workouts up. I look forward to doing this again next year. Let's see how much I can improve my time in 1 year!
Ironman Day #12
Today's Stats -
Swim -
Bike - 15.43 Miles
Run -
Time - 1:00
Total Stats -
Swim - 78 laps (3900 Meters) - Finished!
Bike - 98.35 Miles
Run - 26.2 Miles - Finished!
Time - 17:25
Just working on finishing up these biking miles!
Swim -
Bike - 15.43 Miles
Run -
Time - 1:00
Total Stats -
Swim - 78 laps (3900 Meters) - Finished!
Bike - 98.35 Miles
Run - 26.2 Miles - Finished!
Time - 17:25
Just working on finishing up these biking miles!
Thursday, November 17, 2011
Ironman Day #11
Today's Stats -
Swim - 23 Laps (1,150 Meters)
Bike -
Run - 5.64 Miles
Time - 2:15
Total Stats -
Swim - 78 laps (3900 Meters) - Finished!
Bike - 82.92 Miles
Run - 26.2 Miles - Finished!
Time - 16:25
I FEEL GREAT!!! First off, I started my workout with my C25K Wk 7 Day 2. For those not familiar with the program, this day's workout is 5 minutes warm-up, 25 minutes jog, 5 minutes cool down. The same as the previous 2 workouts. So I knew that I shouldn't have any problem with that. But I planned on actually being on the treadmill for an hour, try to get a good portion of my remaining distance done. About 10 minutes into my jog, I decided to really push myself. Instead of only jogging for 25 minutes, I'd see just how long I could keep it up. I mean, I was going to be on the treadmill for an hour anyways. Plus, even though I jog pretty slowly, it's still faster than I walk. That meant more distance gone. I just let myself get lost in my audiobook, and didn't pay attention to the time going by. At the 50 minute mark, I thought I'd better slow down to a walk!!! I doubled my previous best jog time! I was sort of in shock! In fact, I think that I might still be a little bit. It felt so great! Now, I know without a doubt that I am going to easily finish the last two weeks of the program. I mean, the longest jog time called for is 30 minutes, and I easily surpassed that. Also, I certainly won't be letting the mental battle win now. If I can jog for 50 minutes, I sure as heck can go 30! This program is crazy impressive! I did my very first day of it 53 days ago. And on that day, I wanted to cry trying to jog for 1 minute. I was gasping for breath and thought that I was going to die. Now, less than 2 months later, I just jogged for 50 minutes! And my breathing was great!!! No issues at all. Can you tell that I'm a little bit excited?
Anyways, back to my Ironman stats, after the 50 minute jog, I decided that I wanted to walk for 15 minutes, rather than just the 5 minute cool down. Just before I was going to slow down and really start my cool down, I started doing the math. I was less than a mile from finishing! No way that I was stopping now! I ended up spending a total of 1:35 on the treadmill, and finished my entire 26.2 miles! Done with the running miles!!!
That workout was in the morning, then later in the evening I headed back to the gym to finish up my swim. I only need another 23 laps. I am not a strong swimmer. I've actually done all of the laps for this challenge swimming backstroke. It's about the only thing that I'm comfortable with. But I got my laps done. Now, I'm completely done with my swimming as well.
That leaves me just about 29 Miles left on the bike, and 3 days left to complete it! Looking forward to being able to say that I completed this challenge. I had real doubts that I'd be able to do it. Glad that I proved myself wrong!
Swim - 23 Laps (1,150 Meters)
Bike -
Run - 5.64 Miles
Time - 2:15
Total Stats -
Swim - 78 laps (3900 Meters) - Finished!
Bike - 82.92 Miles
Run - 26.2 Miles - Finished!
Time - 16:25
I FEEL GREAT!!! First off, I started my workout with my C25K Wk 7 Day 2. For those not familiar with the program, this day's workout is 5 minutes warm-up, 25 minutes jog, 5 minutes cool down. The same as the previous 2 workouts. So I knew that I shouldn't have any problem with that. But I planned on actually being on the treadmill for an hour, try to get a good portion of my remaining distance done. About 10 minutes into my jog, I decided to really push myself. Instead of only jogging for 25 minutes, I'd see just how long I could keep it up. I mean, I was going to be on the treadmill for an hour anyways. Plus, even though I jog pretty slowly, it's still faster than I walk. That meant more distance gone. I just let myself get lost in my audiobook, and didn't pay attention to the time going by. At the 50 minute mark, I thought I'd better slow down to a walk!!! I doubled my previous best jog time! I was sort of in shock! In fact, I think that I might still be a little bit. It felt so great! Now, I know without a doubt that I am going to easily finish the last two weeks of the program. I mean, the longest jog time called for is 30 minutes, and I easily surpassed that. Also, I certainly won't be letting the mental battle win now. If I can jog for 50 minutes, I sure as heck can go 30! This program is crazy impressive! I did my very first day of it 53 days ago. And on that day, I wanted to cry trying to jog for 1 minute. I was gasping for breath and thought that I was going to die. Now, less than 2 months later, I just jogged for 50 minutes! And my breathing was great!!! No issues at all. Can you tell that I'm a little bit excited?
Anyways, back to my Ironman stats, after the 50 minute jog, I decided that I wanted to walk for 15 minutes, rather than just the 5 minute cool down. Just before I was going to slow down and really start my cool down, I started doing the math. I was less than a mile from finishing! No way that I was stopping now! I ended up spending a total of 1:35 on the treadmill, and finished my entire 26.2 miles! Done with the running miles!!!
That workout was in the morning, then later in the evening I headed back to the gym to finish up my swim. I only need another 23 laps. I am not a strong swimmer. I've actually done all of the laps for this challenge swimming backstroke. It's about the only thing that I'm comfortable with. But I got my laps done. Now, I'm completely done with my swimming as well.
That leaves me just about 29 Miles left on the bike, and 3 days left to complete it! Looking forward to being able to say that I completed this challenge. I had real doubts that I'd be able to do it. Glad that I proved myself wrong!
Ironman Day #10
Today's Stats -
Swim -
Bike - 13.22 Miles
Run - 1.48 Miles
Time - 1:20
Total Stats -
Swim - 55 laps (2750 Meters)
Bike - 82.92 Miles
Run - 20.56 Miles
Time - 14:10
I had some other priorities today, plus I felt like I am far enough along with all of this that I wasn't too worried about cutting my workout a bit short for the day. I got a good chunk of my bike miles done, and slowly keep adding to my jogging miles. Feeling pretty good about all of this!
Swim -
Bike - 13.22 Miles
Run - 1.48 Miles
Time - 1:20
Total Stats -
Swim - 55 laps (2750 Meters)
Bike - 82.92 Miles
Run - 20.56 Miles
Time - 14:10
I had some other priorities today, plus I felt like I am far enough along with all of this that I wasn't too worried about cutting my workout a bit short for the day. I got a good chunk of my bike miles done, and slowly keep adding to my jogging miles. Feeling pretty good about all of this!
Monday, November 14, 2011
Ironman Day #9
Today's Stats -
Swim -
Bike - 12.47 Miles
Run - 2.25 Miles
Time - 1:35
Total Stats -
Swim - 55 laps (2750 Meters)
Bike - 69.70 Miles
Run - 19.08 Miles
Time - 12:50
Today it was time to get really back into the grove. I feel like things went great. For my run, I did Wk 7 Day 1 of the C25K program. It was another 25 minute jog. I don't know why I still struggle with the mental aspect of it. I have already accomplished a 25 minute jog before, so I'm not sure why I sometimes question my own abilities. I DID finish it, but I had to tell my own thoughts to shut up several times! Hopefully I'll believe in myself a bit more for the next couple of days this week.
As for the bike, I really wish that the weather was nice outside. I LOVE going for a bike ride outside. There is a great bike/jog track near my house that I have so much fun riding on. But the weather is way too cold. So, I'm stuck riding a bike inside the gym. Not anywhere near as much fun! Hopefully this winter goes by fast!
Swim -
Bike - 12.47 Miles
Run - 2.25 Miles
Time - 1:35
Total Stats -
Swim - 55 laps (2750 Meters)
Bike - 69.70 Miles
Run - 19.08 Miles
Time - 12:50
Today it was time to get really back into the grove. I feel like things went great. For my run, I did Wk 7 Day 1 of the C25K program. It was another 25 minute jog. I don't know why I still struggle with the mental aspect of it. I have already accomplished a 25 minute jog before, so I'm not sure why I sometimes question my own abilities. I DID finish it, but I had to tell my own thoughts to shut up several times! Hopefully I'll believe in myself a bit more for the next couple of days this week.
As for the bike, I really wish that the weather was nice outside. I LOVE going for a bike ride outside. There is a great bike/jog track near my house that I have so much fun riding on. But the weather is way too cold. So, I'm stuck riding a bike inside the gym. Not anywhere near as much fun! Hopefully this winter goes by fast!
Ironman Day #8
Today's Stats -
Swim -
Bike -
Run - 1.59 Miles
Time - 0:30
Total Stats -
Swim - 55 laps (2750 Meters)
Bike - 57.23 Miles
Run - 16.83 Miles
Time - 11:15
A bit of a slow start for week #2. Because of some issues with my schedule, I ended up not being able to go to the gym today. Instead, I grabbed my dog and took her for a walk. Didn't get a ton of distance in, but at this point every single mile counts!
Swim -
Bike -
Run - 1.59 Miles
Time - 0:30
Total Stats -
Swim - 55 laps (2750 Meters)
Bike - 57.23 Miles
Run - 16.83 Miles
Time - 11:15
A bit of a slow start for week #2. Because of some issues with my schedule, I ended up not being able to go to the gym today. Instead, I grabbed my dog and took her for a walk. Didn't get a ton of distance in, but at this point every single mile counts!
Saturday, November 12, 2011
Ironman Day #7
Today's Stats -
Swim -
Bike - 9.05 Miles
Run - 2.19 Miles
Time - 1:15
Total Stats -
Swim - 55 laps (2750 Meters)
Bike - 57.23 Miles
Run - 15.24 Miles
Time - 10:45
Today it was time to start getting back into gear with my workouts, but I still wanted to take it a little bit easy. Especially considering how I felt yesterday afternoon.
For my run, I completed the c25k Wk 6 Day 3 (second attempt). It went great. I am constantly surprised by how mental this is. Several times I almost convinced myself that I couldn't complete that 25 minute jog. But I did! I just need to start believing in myself!!! I then finished today's workout getting some miles on the bike.
So today is exactly half-way through my Ironman challenge! Perfect time to see how much I've really finished. For the swim, I've completed 71.19% of the 2.4 miles. I've run 58.17% of the marathon. And lastly, I've finished 51.10% of my bike miles. Looks like I need to step the bike up a bit. Actually, the bike is the easiest part for me, so I've been more focused on finishing the other two areas. Not all that worried about finishing the bike. I know that I can do it! But I'm pretty happy that halfway through, I'm more than halfway done with everything! Bring on Week #2. Let's hope that it isn't quite as difficult for me!
Swim -
Bike - 9.05 Miles
Run - 2.19 Miles
Time - 1:15
Total Stats -
Swim - 55 laps (2750 Meters)
Bike - 57.23 Miles
Run - 15.24 Miles
Time - 10:45
Today it was time to start getting back into gear with my workouts, but I still wanted to take it a little bit easy. Especially considering how I felt yesterday afternoon.
For my run, I completed the c25k Wk 6 Day 3 (second attempt). It went great. I am constantly surprised by how mental this is. Several times I almost convinced myself that I couldn't complete that 25 minute jog. But I did! I just need to start believing in myself!!! I then finished today's workout getting some miles on the bike.
So today is exactly half-way through my Ironman challenge! Perfect time to see how much I've really finished. For the swim, I've completed 71.19% of the 2.4 miles. I've run 58.17% of the marathon. And lastly, I've finished 51.10% of my bike miles. Looks like I need to step the bike up a bit. Actually, the bike is the easiest part for me, so I've been more focused on finishing the other two areas. Not all that worried about finishing the bike. I know that I can do it! But I'm pretty happy that halfway through, I'm more than halfway done with everything! Bring on Week #2. Let's hope that it isn't quite as difficult for me!
Ironman Day #6
Today's Stats -
Swim - 25 laps (1250 Meters)
Bike -
Run - 2.5 Miles
Time - 2:00
Total Stats -
Swim - 55 laps (2750 Meters)
Bike - 48.18 Miles
Run - 13.05 Miles
Time - 09:30
I kept today pretty easy. I just need another day without completely pushing myself. I still feel like my energy level is low. In fact, at one point today while shopping with my mom, I felt like I was about to pass out. I was dizzy, had zero energy, and literally felt like I could fall asleep standing there.
I did swim this morning. I originally wanted to match the 30 laps I did yesterday, but I didn't push it and was happy with the 25. That gives me only 23 laps to have to complete next week. I'm good with that! As for my walk, instead of jumping on the treadmill and pushing myself and running, I just went for a leisurely walk and got in 2.5 miles. I'm happy that I got that much in today, considering how I felt.
Decided to raise my calories by another 100. Just making sure that the extra calories that I am eating are healthy ones. No splurging on donuts and candy bars! Hopefully that little bit of extra energy, plus hopefully a bit more sleep will help me to get back to my normal energy levels.
Tomorrow is the halfway point! My goal is to finish the day more than halfway done with everything! I'm close enough that will be VERY doable!
Swim - 25 laps (1250 Meters)
Bike -
Run - 2.5 Miles
Time - 2:00
Total Stats -
Swim - 55 laps (2750 Meters)
Bike - 48.18 Miles
Run - 13.05 Miles
Time - 09:30
I kept today pretty easy. I just need another day without completely pushing myself. I still feel like my energy level is low. In fact, at one point today while shopping with my mom, I felt like I was about to pass out. I was dizzy, had zero energy, and literally felt like I could fall asleep standing there.
I did swim this morning. I originally wanted to match the 30 laps I did yesterday, but I didn't push it and was happy with the 25. That gives me only 23 laps to have to complete next week. I'm good with that! As for my walk, instead of jumping on the treadmill and pushing myself and running, I just went for a leisurely walk and got in 2.5 miles. I'm happy that I got that much in today, considering how I felt.
Decided to raise my calories by another 100. Just making sure that the extra calories that I am eating are healthy ones. No splurging on donuts and candy bars! Hopefully that little bit of extra energy, plus hopefully a bit more sleep will help me to get back to my normal energy levels.
Tomorrow is the halfway point! My goal is to finish the day more than halfway done with everything! I'm close enough that will be VERY doable!
Ironman Day #5
Today's Stats -
Swim - 30 laps (1500 Meters)
Bike -
Run -
Time - 1:00
Total Stats -
Swim - 30 laps (1500 Meters)
Bike - 48.18 Miles
Run - 10.55 Miles
Time - 07:30
I had to really slow down with my workouts today. I have found that the first 4 days took a LOT more out of me than I ever thought this would. I feel like I have zero energy. My family is even seeing it. My mom keeps telling me that she doesn't remember the last time she saw me with so little energy. I'm not sure if that's just because of stepping up the exercising. Or am I not eating enough calories for how many I am burning? Not too sure. I up'd my calories a little bit, still well below what a maintaining calorie count would be. Plus I decided to back off on the workouts a bit for a couple of days. Let's hope that my energy bounces back so that I can finish this! I am determined to not quit!!!
Swim - 30 laps (1500 Meters)
Bike -
Run -
Time - 1:00
Total Stats -
Swim - 30 laps (1500 Meters)
Bike - 48.18 Miles
Run - 10.55 Miles
Time - 07:30
I had to really slow down with my workouts today. I have found that the first 4 days took a LOT more out of me than I ever thought this would. I feel like I have zero energy. My family is even seeing it. My mom keeps telling me that she doesn't remember the last time she saw me with so little energy. I'm not sure if that's just because of stepping up the exercising. Or am I not eating enough calories for how many I am burning? Not too sure. I up'd my calories a little bit, still well below what a maintaining calorie count would be. Plus I decided to back off on the workouts a bit for a couple of days. Let's hope that my energy bounces back so that I can finish this! I am determined to not quit!!!
Friday, November 11, 2011
Ironman Day #4
Today's Stats -
Swim -
Bike - 13.89 Miles
Run - 3.47 Miles
Time - 2:00
Total Stats -
Swim -
Bike - 48.18 Miles
Run - 10.55 Miles
Time - 06:30
As part of today's run I did my c25k Wk 6 Day 3. I didn't end up finishing the full 25 minute jog, so I need to repeat this workout. On last week's long jog, I stayed at a bit slower rate the entire time. Also, I was watching something that kept me completely focused on something other than the run. Today, I was jogging at my normal, a little bit faster jog. I actually did really well. I only walked for 2 minutes of the time. Since I was jogging faster, I am proud of that accomplishment. I would rather repeat it at that faster rate, than easily accomplish it while jogging slower.
My bike went better than I had expected. I started today's workout VERY tired. It'd been a long 4 days, with lots more working out than usual for me. Normally I have been pushing myself, doing intervals on the bike. Today I just rode, didn't worry about my speed. I was so tired that I just wanted to get some miles in. And the crazy thing is, I went farther than my other two hour bike rides! Not a ton farther, but every little bit counts. So I was pretty proud of that!
I feel like I've made great progress in these 4 days.
Swim -
Bike - 13.89 Miles
Run - 3.47 Miles
Time - 2:00
Total Stats -
Swim -
Bike - 48.18 Miles
Run - 10.55 Miles
Time - 06:30
As part of today's run I did my c25k Wk 6 Day 3. I didn't end up finishing the full 25 minute jog, so I need to repeat this workout. On last week's long jog, I stayed at a bit slower rate the entire time. Also, I was watching something that kept me completely focused on something other than the run. Today, I was jogging at my normal, a little bit faster jog. I actually did really well. I only walked for 2 minutes of the time. Since I was jogging faster, I am proud of that accomplishment. I would rather repeat it at that faster rate, than easily accomplish it while jogging slower.
My bike went better than I had expected. I started today's workout VERY tired. It'd been a long 4 days, with lots more working out than usual for me. Normally I have been pushing myself, doing intervals on the bike. Today I just rode, didn't worry about my speed. I was so tired that I just wanted to get some miles in. And the crazy thing is, I went farther than my other two hour bike rides! Not a ton farther, but every little bit counts. So I was pretty proud of that!
I feel like I've made great progress in these 4 days.
Tuesday, November 8, 2011
Ironman Day #3
Today's Stats -
Swim -
Bike - 13.73 Miles
Run - 4.98 Miles
Time - 02:25
Total Stats -
Swim -
Bike - 34.29 Miles
Run - 7.08 Miles
Time - 04:30
Today's workout was a bit of a challenge for me. Typically when I workout on the treadmill, I'm just doing my couch-2-5k plan, which is about 30 minutes. Today, I did Wk 6 Day 2 of the plan for the first 33 minutes, and then continued to work out on the treadmill for the remainder of the hour. I did add a couple of additional short jogs in the remainder of the time (1 for 5 minutes, 1 for 10 minutes). The workout felt great! Although my legs weren't too happy with me at the end of it!
But I didn't stop there, I then decided to hit the bike for an hour as well. I've actually been surprised that I seem to be pretty consistent with my speed and miles on the bike. This Ironman is definitely a challenge for me, but I am also really enjoying it. I know that being able to finish it will feel like a great accomplishment.
BTW - Thanks to my dog, I got another short walk in. Thank goodness for iPhone apps that track how far you go. It might only be a mile, but I sure am counting it!
Swim -
Bike - 13.73 Miles
Run - 4.98 Miles
Time - 02:25
Total Stats -
Swim -
Bike - 34.29 Miles
Run - 7.08 Miles
Time - 04:30
Today's workout was a bit of a challenge for me. Typically when I workout on the treadmill, I'm just doing my couch-2-5k plan, which is about 30 minutes. Today, I did Wk 6 Day 2 of the plan for the first 33 minutes, and then continued to work out on the treadmill for the remainder of the hour. I did add a couple of additional short jogs in the remainder of the time (1 for 5 minutes, 1 for 10 minutes). The workout felt great! Although my legs weren't too happy with me at the end of it!
But I didn't stop there, I then decided to hit the bike for an hour as well. I've actually been surprised that I seem to be pretty consistent with my speed and miles on the bike. This Ironman is definitely a challenge for me, but I am also really enjoying it. I know that being able to finish it will feel like a great accomplishment.
BTW - Thanks to my dog, I got another short walk in. Thank goodness for iPhone apps that track how far you go. It might only be a mile, but I sure am counting it!
Ironman Day #2
Today's Stats -
Swim -
Bike - 6.92 Miles
Run -
Time - 00:30
Total Stats -
Swim -
Bike - 20.56 Miles
Run - 2.1 Miles
Time - 02:05
Today's workout was pretty short, but only because I first did an hour of kickboxing. That, of course, doesn't count towards the Ironman. But it's my favorite class and I wasn't willing to give it up for the week! Depending on where I'm at in my number next Monday, I might have to rethink that next week!
Swim -
Bike - 6.92 Miles
Run -
Time - 00:30
Total Stats -
Swim -
Bike - 20.56 Miles
Run - 2.1 Miles
Time - 02:05
Today's workout was pretty short, but only because I first did an hour of kickboxing. That, of course, doesn't count towards the Ironman. But it's my favorite class and I wasn't willing to give it up for the week! Depending on where I'm at in my number next Monday, I might have to rethink that next week!
Sunday, November 6, 2011
Ironman Day #1
Todays Stats -
Swim -
Bike - 13.64 Miles
Run - 2.1 Miles
Time - 1:35
Running C25K Wk 6 Day 1 -
My run went great today. This week in the c25k program goes back to intervals for the first two days before your next long run. I decided to use that to work on my speed a bit. So the last 2 minutes of 2 of the runs, I increased my speed faster than I've ever done in the program. Feeling fantastic! Hopefully doing workouts back to back doesn't effect me too much!
Bike -
It's been months since I was on a bike in the gym. During the spring/summer/fall I enjoyed riding outside. I've never realy pushed myself on my speed when riding, so I decided that's something I would like to focus on. So throughout my ride, I'd sprint for about 60 seconds.
Felt great, and I can't wait for Day #2.
Swim -
Bike - 13.64 Miles
Run - 2.1 Miles
Time - 1:35
Running C25K Wk 6 Day 1 -
My run went great today. This week in the c25k program goes back to intervals for the first two days before your next long run. I decided to use that to work on my speed a bit. So the last 2 minutes of 2 of the runs, I increased my speed faster than I've ever done in the program. Feeling fantastic! Hopefully doing workouts back to back doesn't effect me too much!
Bike -
It's been months since I was on a bike in the gym. During the spring/summer/fall I enjoyed riding outside. I've never realy pushed myself on my speed when riding, so I decided that's something I would like to focus on. So throughout my ride, I'd sprint for about 60 seconds.
Felt great, and I can't wait for Day #2.
Saturday, November 5, 2011
Ironman Challenge
Excited, nervous, and a bit scared about a challenge that I've decided to join. It's called The Ironman Challenge. Basically, the challenge takes all of the things/distances that you would do in an Ironman Triathalon. You then have 2 weeks to accomplish it all. The crazy thing is thinking about someone being able to finish it all in 1 day!!! For those of you not familiar with the Ironman, here's what it consists of -
Since I'm going to be running just about every day, I'll stick with my Couch-2-5k program, but do it every day rather than only 3 times a week. I actually have 4 weeks (12 workouts) left in the program. I wonder if I can finish it all in the 2 weeks? We'll see!
Really excited to challenge myself to accomplish this!
- 2.4 Miles Swimming
- 112 Miles Biking
- 26.2 Miles Running
Since I'm going to be running just about every day, I'll stick with my Couch-2-5k program, but do it every day rather than only 3 times a week. I actually have 4 weeks (12 workouts) left in the program. I wonder if I can finish it all in the 2 weeks? We'll see!
Really excited to challenge myself to accomplish this!
25 lbs.
I finally hit my first milestone! As of this morning, I have officially lost 25 lbs!!! I had set the short term goal for myself to be down 25 lbs by the end of 10 weeks. I am finishing week #8 tomorrow! Happy that I'll more than hit my goal. So excited that I am finally starting to see a real difference in myself. Ready to start working towards my 50 lbs milestone!
Wednesday, November 2, 2011
c25k Wk 5 Day 3
I DID IT! I DID IT! I DID IT!!! I think that I'm in shock right now!!! I NEVER thought that I'd be able to finish the 20 minute jog on my first attempt!!! I mean, less than a week ago I was struggling to finish a 5 minute jog! How in the world did I just go for 20 minutes, and actually feel like I could have gone longer?
I did use a couple of my tricks to help me get through it. I am a clock watcher, and I am usually kinda obsessive about counting down how much time I have left. But I knew that if I did that with this jog, I would mentally kill myself. After the 8 minute mark, I'd be sure to start sabotaging myself. So, I couldn't know how much time was gone. I use the iPhone app, so I turned my phone over so that I couldn't see it. The volume was also down so that I didn't get the voice telling me halfway there. Then I covered the time up on the treadmill. I needed to just jog and not worry about that time! Also, I grabbed the laptop, and put on a TV show that I've been wanting to watch, one that I knew would keep my attention. Then I just jogged! I finally gave in and checked the time, I only had 3 1/2 minutes left!!! And at that point, there was no way in the world I was stopping! If I could make it 17 minutes, I sure as heck could make it the full 20!
I'm still jogging pretty slow. I've read other people's posts about how fast they are going, and I'm just not there yet. But I just have to let myself be happy with my accomplishments, and after I finish the 9 weeks, then I'll work on increasing my speed. Oh, also, no real issues with breathing today!!! That was another breakthrough for me. I am so excited about this program and what I've been able to accomplish!
I did use a couple of my tricks to help me get through it. I am a clock watcher, and I am usually kinda obsessive about counting down how much time I have left. But I knew that if I did that with this jog, I would mentally kill myself. After the 8 minute mark, I'd be sure to start sabotaging myself. So, I couldn't know how much time was gone. I use the iPhone app, so I turned my phone over so that I couldn't see it. The volume was also down so that I didn't get the voice telling me halfway there. Then I covered the time up on the treadmill. I needed to just jog and not worry about that time! Also, I grabbed the laptop, and put on a TV show that I've been wanting to watch, one that I knew would keep my attention. Then I just jogged! I finally gave in and checked the time, I only had 3 1/2 minutes left!!! And at that point, there was no way in the world I was stopping! If I could make it 17 minutes, I sure as heck could make it the full 20!
I'm still jogging pretty slow. I've read other people's posts about how fast they are going, and I'm just not there yet. But I just have to let myself be happy with my accomplishments, and after I finish the 9 weeks, then I'll work on increasing my speed. Oh, also, no real issues with breathing today!!! That was another breakthrough for me. I am so excited about this program and what I've been able to accomplish!
Tuesday, November 1, 2011
c25k Wk 5 Day 2
I love this program!!! Even though I had read all of the success stories on Facebook, I still really didn't truly believe that it could work this well. I figured that I'd be repeating each week 2-3 times and instead of taking 9 weeks to finish, it'd take me closer to 6 months. But I was wrong! This really works! I mean, before today, the longest that I'd jogged was 5 minutes. Then today's workout calls for two 8 minute jogs. Really? An extra 3 minutes per run? I thought that this was going to be really pushing things. But I did it!!! I am shocked, amazed, and extremely proud.
Finishing this workout makes me more than halfway through. And no matter how hard I struggled on some of the previous workouts, this point really marks when the "easy" workouts end! Day 3 = 20 minutes of jogging! A bit intimidating! But with how confidant I am currently feeling, I say Bring it On!
Finishing this workout makes me more than halfway through. And no matter how hard I struggled on some of the previous workouts, this point really marks when the "easy" workouts end! Day 3 = 20 minutes of jogging! A bit intimidating! But with how confidant I am currently feeling, I say Bring it On!
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