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ANNEMAC5
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Posts: 8,0984/30/16 11:00 A
Thanks for feedback interesting reading what others do. Had a good run. Ran the 5k in 37.33 it was a lovely sunny although slightly chilly day. I managed to run all the way so pleased that I never stopped. Have noticed that my fitness tracker (jawbone up24) has split but I have worn it for nearly 3 years so will look at getting another not wanting to spend much. 
The terrible thing is all I see is a fat tummy so difficult not doing that.
Anne from
Essex, UK,
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The terrible thing is all I see is a fat tummy so difficult not doing that.
Anne from
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Good on ya, Anne! I usually get up about 3 hours before any foot race or Triathlon and eat a sandwich thin with peanut butter and honey then half a banana. I also do a protein energy drink. Then on the course, I will hit water stops if needed. Whether it's a 5K or an Olympic Distance Triathlon (1.5K swim, 40K bike, 10k run), this is what feels good to me.
You are 100% right in what you said, "need to do different things to see what feels ok." Everyone is different. I've spoken to the Nutrician Coaches on my team and they say the same thing. Obviously, you are self educating and that's so important. You're doing everything you should. Stay strong and have fun with your run!
Just realized, I repeated myself on a post I did a while ago. I see that I* changed the jelly to honey as it's easier to process and I get more energy from it! Cheers!
Edited by: MIRAGE727 at: 4/30/2016 (09:50)
You are 100% right in what you said, "need to do different things to see what feels ok." Everyone is different. I've spoken to the Nutrician Coaches on my team and they say the same thing. Obviously, you are self educating and that's so important. You're doing everything you should. Stay strong and have fun with your run!
Just realized, I repeated myself on a post I did a while ago. I see that I* changed the jelly to honey as it's easier to process and I get more energy from it! Cheers!
Edited by: MIRAGE727 at: 4/30/2016 (09:50)
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ANNEMAC5
Posts: 8,0984/30/16 2:04 A
You are rocking it, Nekko! I never run on a full stomach. If I run in the morning, I will do a sandwich thin with peanut butter and sugar free jelly at least an hour before I run with one cup of milk. I will also do maybe 4 oz of Vitamin Water with electrolytes. I will do more to replenish after the run.
We all test and do different fuel practices during training to find the best thing that will get us through the run. THEN, I apply them to my races whether it's a 5K 10K, Half Marathon, or a Triathlon.
This adds to the fun part. NEVER try something new before a race. That is one of the Run Commandments.
Enjoy, and thanks for sharing your run journey!
Monty
MIRAGE727
We all test and do different fuel practices during training to find the best thing that will get us through the run. THEN, I apply them to my races whether it's a 5K 10K, Half Marathon, or a Triathlon.
This adds to the fun part. NEVER try something new before a race. That is one of the Run Commandments.
Enjoy, and thanks for sharing your run journey!
Monty
MIRAGE727
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Way to Go!
I never can run on a full stomach.
As you continue to run, you will see that time go down.
I never can run on a full stomach.
As you continue to run, you will see that time go down.
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Checking in.
Just completed day 3 of the 4th week.
Ran 5.3 K in 40 minutes. I calculated my marathon time (ultimate goal!). It would be about 5.1 hours running at my current pace.
I feel my breathing is still too heavy. Perhaps it's because I ran right after eating a big breakfast!
I'm off to eat a banana and drink some more water to rehydrate. Looking forward to the final week of this challenge!
Just completed day 3 of the 4th week.
Ran 5.3 K in 40 minutes. I calculated my marathon time (ultimate goal!). It would be about 5.1 hours running at my current pace.
I feel my breathing is still too heavy. Perhaps it's because I ran right after eating a big breakfast!
I'm off to eat a banana and drink some more water to rehydrate. Looking forward to the final week of this challenge!
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Thanks for the positive feedback you guys. Always nice to hear others go through the same thing (off running days).
I took a rest today and will again tomorrow. Hope to run on Saturday.
I'll come back and check in then.
I took a rest today and will again tomorrow. Hope to run on Saturday.
I'll come back and check in then.
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I just went through this a few weeks ago. Had a terrible run. Breathing was off and everything. It ended up just being one of those days. It's frustrating because you feel like once you get so far in running that these things shouldn't happen. We should be conditioned to do it, but our bodies think differently. It maybe lack of sleep, or not eating right. It may be your body just needs a break. Whatever the reason, it will pass.
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It will happen. We embrace what we've done, and we move forward! I've had races where I've started off great then can't find it. persevere, then come on strong. No worries, "Cat," you will do this!
Edited by: MIRAGE727 at: 4/24/2015 (06:32)
Edited by: MIRAGE727 at: 4/24/2015 (06:32)
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Reading through everyone's posts...you guys are amazing! I am inspired by your running logs.
Keep up the great work!
I just completed day two today. It was tough for some reason. I stopped my watch several times just to walk it out. Not sure what was going on. Perhaps just "one of those days". I did run the full 35 minutes, but it took over an hour (with the additional walking).
I will try to run again on the weekend and keep a steady pace.
Keep up the great work!
I just completed day two today. It was tough for some reason. I stopped my watch several times just to walk it out. Not sure what was going on. Perhaps just "one of those days". I did run the full 35 minutes, but it took over an hour (with the additional walking).
I will try to run again on the weekend and keep a steady pace.
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So proud of you, Martha!
I'm so excited for all my Teammates who are ready for their last week! Embrace it! Enjoy it!
I'm so excited for all my Teammates who are ready for their last week! Embrace it! Enjoy it!
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MRILEY123
Posts: 2,3714/6/15 2:36 P
Week 4, day 3 done! On to Week 5.
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Whatever you feel you can handle safely and comfortably is what matters!
Edited by: MIRAGE727 at: 4/6/2015 (14:27)
Edited by: MIRAGE727 at: 4/6/2015 (14:27)
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MRILEY123
Posts: 2,3714/4/15 12:35 P
Just completed Day 2 of Week 4. Easier and easier. I'm not stopping at 35 min. I'm just running the 3 miles. It takes me over 40, but I'm just happy I can do it!
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You're working it! Love the Persistence!
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Week 4 day 1.. I did it! I lost another week because I had some little health problem.. But I'm back on my road again !! 
I think you got this! Be safe, fuel clean, and run well!
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MBRADLEY1960
Posts: 6412/29/14 1:07 P
Week 4 day one Today. Shooting for 3.25 Miles, 45 minutes, Same for Wednesday. sorry no day off, Running in a New Years Day 5k.
Edited by: MBRADLEY1960 at: 12/29/2014 (13:13)
Edited by: MBRADLEY1960 at: 12/29/2014 (13:13)
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Looking good Elaine!
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Thanks Onto Week5
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Rock Your Run, Elaine!
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Yippee, week 4 day 3 done yesterday. I had an amazing run. Ran 3.85 miles the longest ever since I started four weeks ago. A few extra days of cross training and rest helped. On to week 5.
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Outstanding, Elaine! That recovery walk is huge! Stay strong!
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Thanks,
Week4 Day 2 done. I was hard at 18 minutes but I managed to stick with it and made it to 35 minutes and 3.23 miles. I nice long walk outside today will do my body good.
Week4 Day 2 done. I was hard at 18 minutes but I managed to stick with it and made it to 35 minutes and 3.23 miles. I nice long walk outside today will do my body good.
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Take that recovery day and use it wisely! You'll come out of it strong!
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Great Mantra, I finished Day 1 Week 4, a little sore this morning. On to the next day.
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Mary, I was told this before my first Tri! It has become my Mantra now!
1) Have Fun!
2) Keep Moving!
3) Finish!
Realize all the good you are doing for you! Focus on good form and worry about speed later. Wanna hear all about it! Rock on!
1) Have Fun!
2) Keep Moving!
3) Finish!
Realize all the good you are doing for you! Focus on good form and worry about speed later. Wanna hear all about it! Rock on!
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FITMARY
Posts: 10,2539/23/14 7:48 A
Day 3 is today, my 5K on Sunday. So excited!! Thanks for your encouragement and help!
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FITMARY
Posts: 10,2539/16/14 12:50 P
Week 4, Day 2. Woo hoo! I did it! Inside on a treadmill, but hey!
Oh, my! I just went to the other tracker and found that I had accidentally jumped to Day 3 and jogged 40 minutes instead of the proposed 35. So, small failure for reading skills, but big victory for fitness!
Edited by: FITMARY at: 9/16/2014 (12:54)
Oh, my! I just went to the other tracker and found that I had accidentally jumped to Day 3 and jogged 40 minutes instead of the proposed 35. So, small failure for reading skills, but big victory for fitness!
Edited by: FITMARY at: 9/16/2014 (12:54)
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Good job, Mary! AND, going to the race site was most excellent! Always be familiar with your target environment and you got it made! Stay strong!
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FITMARY
Posts: 10,2539/14/14 9:19 A
Woo hoo! I did Day 1 of Week 4! I drove to the site of the 5K I'm planning to run and jogged on the little course for 35 minutes. I'm so proud of myself. It's a nice gentle course, thank heavens, because I've been training on the treadmill with very little incline. But I managed the 35 minutes just fine!
Thanks, Spark People! Extra thanks to Mirage727 for the encouragement!
Thanks, Spark People! Extra thanks to Mirage727 for the encouragement!
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Excellent! Remember to fuel clean!
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Posts: 10,6788/7/14 12:22 A
w4d1, out of town visiting dau and family, 10 mins cross training
w4d2, 24 mins cross training and strength training
w4d3, 40 min jogging, last run for week 3, 2.20 miles, 18.16 pace
w4d4, 36 min jogging, 2 miles, 18.07 pace
w4d5, cross train, 32 mins
w4d6 35 mins jogging, 1.95 miles, 18.01 pace
w4d7, 40 mins cross training and strength trng
Edited by: MKBWNSUGAR at: 8/9/2014 (22:30)
w4d2, 24 mins cross training and strength training
w4d3, 40 min jogging, last run for week 3, 2.20 miles, 18.16 pace
w4d4, 36 min jogging, 2 miles, 18.07 pace
w4d5, cross train, 32 mins
w4d6 35 mins jogging, 1.95 miles, 18.01 pace
w4d7, 40 mins cross training and strength trng
Edited by: MKBWNSUGAR at: 8/9/2014 (22:30)
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The best preparation for tomorrow is doing your best today. H. Jackson Brown, Jr.
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Hang in there, Anne! You're doing it!
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ANNEMAC5
Posts: 8,0984/13/14 12:40 P
Anne! It is much easier to run outside than hop on the treadmill. I was stuck on it most of the winter and I just lost my motivation. With the nicer weather, it's coming back. Keep it up!Becky
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Anne, you are nailing it from so many right directions! Fantastic! Keep it up!
Edited by: MIRAGE727 at: 4/5/2014 (13:56)
Edited by: MIRAGE727 at: 4/5/2014 (13:56)
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ANNEMAC5
Posts: 8,0984/5/14 9:07 A
I'm not surprised bu the run outdoors, Anne! Your pacing, breathing, and body will work more natural. Squeezing the run out with a bit of interval is not a bad thing. It's also about endurance when you first start out. Strength and cross training will help. Nutrition focused on energy is excellent as well. You're doing great! Cheers!
Edited by: MIRAGE727 at: 4/4/2014 (13:23)
Edited by: MIRAGE727 at: 4/4/2014 (13:23)
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Go, Anne!
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ANNEMAC5
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Excellent effort! I know you will experience the best at the Finish!
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Finished week 4 strong. Ran without walking all 3 days, pushed for 40 minutes 2 of them. I did invest in a knee brace for my left knee. - felt 'pressure', but feels much better with the support. I see the finish line!
Hey team,
I finished my second day on week four. I have to say that I was/am struggling with this week. I was really hoping it would get easier and would not be so difficult, of course they say that anything worth having is worth fighting for but I feel that my endurance is not increasing like I thought it would. I can jog 3.1 mile in 35 minutes which is kind of slow isn't it? I was really pushing to get that time! How can I increase my endurance? I am scheduled to run a 10k in November and I want to continue my training after finishing this 5k. Any ideas on how I should contine my program since they don't have a 10k program? I feel silly asking this question since I am struggling so much right now but I need to have a goal and a plan in place to keep going WHEN I complete this race because I will complete it now in what shape I don't know but I will finish it
I finished my second day on week four. I have to say that I was/am struggling with this week. I was really hoping it would get easier and would not be so difficult, of course they say that anything worth having is worth fighting for but I feel that my endurance is not increasing like I thought it would. I can jog 3.1 mile in 35 minutes which is kind of slow isn't it? I was really pushing to get that time! How can I increase my endurance? I am scheduled to run a 10k in November and I want to continue my training after finishing this 5k. Any ideas on how I should contine my program since they don't have a 10k program? I feel silly asking this question since I am struggling so much right now but I need to have a goal and a plan in place to keep going WHEN I complete this race because I will complete it now in what shape I don't know but I will finish it
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Way to Go on those runs! Keep up the great job!
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Day one of week 4 and I did it. I running on our gravel road which has a nice hill.
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Sounds outstanding to me, Deb! It's not about the speed initially. Stay relaxed, steady, and finish the distance. Then after you've become comfy with your run, you can set the bar anywhere you want. You're doing it! Stay strong.
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W4, #1 and I did it! Whoo hoo!
For those who are worried about the jump from week 3 to week 4, I was, too. But I agree with the earlier runner who said it actually feels easier than starting and stopping. Once I got past that first 5 minutes feeling good and steady, not gasping for breath and wanting to die, I knew I could do it. Took it slow because I wanted to make the full time, so it was just a 12 minute mile. Which means I was just under 3 miles at 35 minutes and didn't make the 5k distance, but still, I'm proud! I did it, and it felt good! Looking forward to my other runs this week--and now they really are RUNS :-). Or .... At least jogs. ;-}
For those who are worried about the jump from week 3 to week 4, I was, too. But I agree with the earlier runner who said it actually feels easier than starting and stopping. Once I got past that first 5 minutes feeling good and steady, not gasping for breath and wanting to die, I knew I could do it. Took it slow because I wanted to make the full time, so it was just a 12 minute mile. Which means I was just under 3 miles at 35 minutes and didn't make the 5k distance, but still, I'm proud! I did it, and it felt good! Looking forward to my other runs this week--and now they really are RUNS :-). Or .... At least jogs. ;-}
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The fact of the matter is you did it, Larisa! And that speaks volumes! You got this! Stay strong and rock steady!
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W4 day 2 - Today was hard. I went to the Y with hubby at 5pm and it was very HOT upstairs in the cardio room - much, much hotter than outside, so I struggled a little. I should have run around the high school track instead. Stayed a little past 35 min to get 5k in - 42:05 time. Warm up .5 mile before and .5 mile after not included in that. That does include five or six sputters - head going "I want to walk" - and me slowing down to 4.1 on the treadmill before I sped back up again a little, but I was never able to get over 4.5 for more than half a minute. It was just too dang hot.
My legs still feel really good. No aches, no pains. I'm starting to feel healthier, too. First race is in 9 days and I'm a little less worried about it.
Edited by: SHIRAZSOLLY at: 6/15/2013 (01:33)
My legs still feel really good. No aches, no pains. I'm starting to feel healthier, too. First race is in 9 days and I'm a little less worried about it.
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Looking real good, Larisa! Embrace the run! You're doing great!
I continue to emphasize repeats to all! It's important to feel comfy with your week. Remember this is a life journey. Today, I will train in areas of speed and strengthening endurance. I will repeat a session in a heart beat for proper form if I need to. No worries!
I continue to emphasize repeats to all! It's important to feel comfy with your week. Remember this is a life journey. Today, I will train in areas of speed and strengthening endurance. I will repeat a session in a heart beat for proper form if I need to. No worries!
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I thought I was going to repeat week 4 since I've been sick, but today I felt pretty good at the end of my 4 minutes so I just kept running. I was going very, very slowly but I got to 28 minutes without stopping... walked for less than 1 minute and said, come on, Larisa! And started up again! Ran a couple more minutes, walked half a minute and finished up. Just under 2.8 in 35 minutes, which isn't fabulous, but not too bad considering I thought I was going to do a 4 minute run/ 1 minute walk. Runner's world pace calculator says it's 13 minute pace. My mom's treadmill (I'm at her house) says 13.2.
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Posts: 7545/20/13 12:32 P
I'm supposed to be starting week 4 and I'm a little terrified because I still don't feel prepared to run for a full 35 minutes....
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Great training, Paula! AND your 5K time is quite respectable! Whatever you do, embrace your run experience, run YOUR race, and cherish that feeling when you cross that finish line! I wish you nothing but the best! Cool runnings!
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Posts: 7475/6/13 9:56 P
Did a test run at the park with my friend (she is much younger than me) who is going to fun the 5K with me on Saturday. I did make 35 minutes but I am pretty slow. I did tell her to feel free to go ahead of me. At the end she only ended up about .3miles in front of me so not so bad. I am going to do one more long run tommorrow before the race on Saturday and a shorter run on Thursday I think. I will just be pleased to finish the race before they open the route back up to traffic!
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Dropped 30 seconds off my first two miles! on my third mile though my legs decided to act up and I added 2 seconds, but made it even though it was a rough day
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I hope you all are doing a minimum of a 5 minute warmup then do stretch routine after your run. That will prevent DOMS. Also don't go gung ho and over do it. Embrace the recovery days.I speak from experience of not doing that AND time in Physical Therapy! Embrace your run!
Edited by: MIRAGE727 at: 4/20/2013 (14:35)
Edited by: MIRAGE727 at: 4/20/2013 (14:35)
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Outstanding effort, ROGAN!
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Posts: 12,3393/30/13 7:46 P
Thanks Beckyanne!
I ran outside today and it was great to be outside but it was really hard! I did a hard cardio workout Friday night and my legs were really tired. I started off running in a flat park which I thought I would like but I found it really boring. I went back to the route I've been running and it was much better.
On to week 5!
I ran outside today and it was great to be outside but it was really hard! I did a hard cardio workout Friday night and my legs were really tired. I started off running in a flat park which I thought I would like but I found it really boring. I went back to the route I've been running and it was much better.
On to week 5!
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QUAIL75-Great time!
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Improving endurance is huge. When you are really comfy in your distance then you can work on speed IF you want that.Good job!
It will be interesting to learn how I respond when I do this program again after two years and over 40 races of various distances.I know it will do me good.
It will be interesting to learn how I respond when I do this program again after two years and over 40 races of various distances.I know it will do me good.
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Week 4, Session 2. I was short on time so did 2 miles in 25 mins on the treadmill. Although I've only run outside a couple of times I noticed my endurance has definitely improved. I did a mile in 11 mins. WooHoo!
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Nikkii, Glad you love the outdoor running. You will improve over time. Hope you're focused on solid intervals!
Naomi, you've got a good time going and on a hilly track. Working the intervals to a comfy ratio and designated to your goal time is where you want to be. I would run a 5K, and set a benchmark time to work from.
Naomi, you've got a good time going and on a hilly track. Working the intervals to a comfy ratio and designated to your goal time is where you want to be. I would run a 5K, and set a benchmark time to work from.
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Week 4, Session 1! I ran outside again last night and it was great! I still did intervals but I increased the time running with each interval. During the last interval I accidentally did not turn on my timer and I have no idea how long I ran but I think it was for 9 minutes. I'm going to try running straight for 35 minutes tomorrow night on the treadmill.
I did 3.1 miles in 38 minutes in a really hilly section. WooHoo!
I did 3.1 miles in 38 minutes in a really hilly section. WooHoo!
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Posts: 1483/23/13 11:02 P
Week 4.....Whoohooo!!!!
W4D1 (3/19/2013) - 3miles in 44 minutes on TM at gym...Major pain in my left knee when i bend it...HELP!
W4D2 (3/21/2013) - 3 miles in 42 mins @ ParkWest Trail....Knee feels great and it was nice run on a beautiful day. Running Longer...
W4D3 (3/23/2013) - 3 miles in 46 mins @ ParkWest Trail....Great run, dont think i will be hitting the treadmill for a while. Loving the outdoors!
***** Ready for Week 5 next week!!!
W4D1 (3/19/2013) - 3miles in 44 minutes on TM at gym...Major pain in my left knee when i bend it...HELP!
W4D2 (3/21/2013) - 3 miles in 42 mins @ ParkWest Trail....Knee feels great and it was nice run on a beautiful day. Running Longer...
W4D3 (3/23/2013) - 3 miles in 46 mins @ ParkWest Trail....Great run, dont think i will be hitting the treadmill for a while. Loving the outdoors!
***** Ready for Week 5 next week!!!
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Week 4.....Whoohooo!!!!
W4D1 (3/19/2013) - 3miles in 44 minutes on TM at gym...Major pain in my left knee when i bend it...HELP!
W4D2 (3/21/2013) - 3 miles in 42 mins @ ParkWest Trail....Knee feels great and it was nice run on a beautiful day. Running Longer...
preparing for (2) 
in April... Whoohooo!!! Getting close!
W4D1 (3/19/2013) - 3miles in 44 minutes on TM at gym...Major pain in my left knee when i bend it...HELP!
W4D2 (3/21/2013) - 3 miles in 42 mins @ ParkWest Trail....Knee feels great and it was nice run on a beautiful day. Running Longer...
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NIKKII0807
Posts: 1483/20/13 4:37 P
Hi Mirage! I followed ur advice and still following the program. Tuesdays I run on the Treadmill and thats when i hurt it. My sister told me to be careful how i land. Heal Toe and know the last 2 minutes i was running fast and just landing...its feeling better i may hit the elliptical today. thx...
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Depending on how bad it is, I would see a doctor. I think I mentioned not to go outside the program as it conditions you in a proper time plan. Hope it works out for you.
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Week 4.....Whoohooo!!!!
W4D1 (3/19/2013) - 3miles in 44 minutes on TM at gym...Major pain in my left knee when i bend it...HELP!
W4D1 (3/19/2013) - 3miles in 44 minutes on TM at gym...Major pain in my left knee when i bend it...HELP!
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When you do your training for week 4, come by this thread and tell us about your accomplishments for the day.
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How far did you walk?
How did you feel on the day you did it?
Or anything else you want to talk about for your 5k training for week 4
Edited by: MIRAGE727 at: 8/11/2014 (08:16)
(Example)
How far did you walk?
How did you feel on the day you did it?
Or anything else you want to talk about for your 5k training for week 4
Edited by: MIRAGE727 at: 8/11/2014 (08:16)
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