This blog was started as a way of keeping myself motivated to keep working out, and the blog has been successful in that aspect. I started running in 2007, and it really has transformed my life. I have discovered so many inspiring individuals through the "blog world" and many delicious recipes. I use this blog to keep track of my training and write about the fun things in life. Keep checking back to read about my training for my first marathon, in February 2011.
I took a rest day from working out. My arms are pretty sore from yoga yesterday, and my legs needed a rest too. Tonight Chris and I went to dinner then came home to watch some Dexter. Little Kirby relaxed on the couch with us. Now it's time for some Rest Tea, a good book, and bed.
I just made it back from the hot tub. Ah, it was wonderful! I love relaxing weekends!
Toni... My best time actually was my first half marathon (I have only done two... the second was only a 2 months after the first.) While I detest running indoors, that was how I started running. I think that running on the treadmill actually helped quite a bit in the beginning, because it forced me to maintain a constant speed. I always ran three days a week. One day was my long run day, then I had a medium distance day where I tried to run a tiny bit faster, and than my short running day which usually was also like a speed training day. It helped to run with people who were faster than me, because I pushed myself more. The funny thing about my first half marathon was that I told my friends to expect me to finish at an 11 to 1130 pace time, but I ended up finishing in a 945 pace time. I was just really into the race and happened to have an amazing running day. Some days are just like that. I wish you luck on your training, and I cannot wait to hear how your half goes! When are you planning to run it?
Beautiful Cat, I'm trying to train for a 1/2 Marathon, noticed your time, this would be my very first. Any tips??
ReplyDeleteahhhhh relaxation!!!
ReplyDeletehave a wonderful weekend girl!
I just made it back from the hot tub. Ah, it was wonderful! I love relaxing weekends!
ReplyDeleteToni... My best time actually was my first half marathon (I have only done two... the second was only a 2 months after the first.) While I detest running indoors, that was how I started running. I think that running on the treadmill actually helped quite a bit in the beginning, because it forced me to maintain a constant speed. I always ran three days a week. One day was my long run day, then I had a medium distance day where I tried to run a tiny bit faster, and than my short running day which usually was also like a speed training day. It helped to run with people who were faster than me, because I pushed myself more. The funny thing about my first half marathon was that I told my friends to expect me to finish at an 11 to 1130 pace time, but I ended up finishing in a 945 pace time. I was just really into the race and happened to have an amazing running day. Some days are just like that. I wish you luck on your training, and I cannot wait to hear how your half goes! When are you planning to run it?