Sunday we had our first GFR Team meeting. I was giddy like a little kid waiting for Santa. Excited to learn more and actually do more than just shuffle at whatever pace my body felt like going. As we took turns introducing ourselves and talking about our goals, I was blown away by the caliper of runners on this team. Let's just say I am a little intimidated by the rest of the team. However, I am certainly not going to let that stop me. I am here to learn and improve. So thanks for the opportunity to hang with you!
So far this week I have 2 workouts in. Monday I got up early and went to the Y. I did a superset workout FYM style (more about that another time) and 3 miles on the treadmill (from now on know as the TM). I did intervals to help the time pass and felt great and strong. I checked my cadence every 3 or 4 minutes, in the 176-180 range. All good. Great workout and great run. No better way to start the day!
Today not as great. According to my friend Hal, my mid-distance run is 5 miles this week. Due to weather and work, I decided to head to the Y again for another TM run. I started at a 9:30 pace which is fast for me. Ok, very fast for me, but I figured I am on the TM and I want to get it over asap. Started off great and then at 2.5 miles, I wanted to stop. Actually, I wanted to take a nap. This could be due to a number of reasons: 1) took it out too fast, duh. 2) I didn't eat anything before 3) Not well hydrated 4) worked hard yesterday and my body needed a rest. Anyhow, I dropped it down to 9:50 pace (I was not going down to 10!!! just NOT) for the remaining 2.5 miles and made it to 5. Cadence was good throughout the run.
Now to work on that bucket butt thing, what was it...posture?
I haven't used the metronome yet... I didn't want to drive all the other Y people nuts. Although, maybe it would help with their running and it would give me a chance to explain the benefits of GFR. Maybe next time.
Tomorrow resistance and Thursday, run/yoga with Kim. Yeah!
Stay warm and safe. Deirdre
we will trudge through this stuff Thursday,Deirdre, with our metronomes ding ding dinging! don't be intimidated...you are just as strong, committed and determined as any of us and that's what counts! I love having people around me faster and stronger to push me to the next level ;o) we will push each other for sure. Cheers!
ReplyDeleteDon't worry about the pace for now - that will all come in time! Be proud of those 9:30's or 50's, and as your training increases and form improves those times will drop! On the metronome, try downloading the mp3 cadence track from goodformrunning.com under the resources tab! Put that baby into your ipod if you use one, and its a great way to get the beat but not drive everyone crazy :-).
ReplyDeleteHey Deirde,
ReplyDeleteYou are going to do great!!! You are not going to believe the feeling you have as you cross the finish line at Bayshore where I will be waiting for you gals. It is right up there with marrying your husban and having your babies :) You will do great. Always rememeber you are going to have some awesome runs and you are going to have some shitty runs. Also dont beat yourself up if in the middle of training you just need a day off. Take it you will be stronger your next run :):)
Deidre I am so happy you are a part of this team! Your attitude and determination will be so much fun to be around & will be a huge asset to you tackling the mighty marathon.
ReplyDeleteAs for your run today, some days you feel it and others you don't. I say the fact that you made it to the Y this morning shows your commitment!