The answer is always the same, yup! I'm a little crazy. And No, I love the feel of a challenge. I love pushing myself to a new level.
This week was a killer for me. Ever since last Saturday, I had a pretty nasty stomach virus! Yup, a trip to the doctor, a day or so off work. Enough said there, right. But, in the end, it had me a little disheartened. Not that I was sick all week, but it really threw my training off. I was like, its only week 2, I can't miss a workout and I can't fall off my schedule. Yet, I quickly realized, life does get involved and you do need to work around it and not let it bring you down.
With that said, I still did pretty good. Last Sat., I know I told you I did 7 miles at like 5:30 in the morning. So, that was a big accomplishment for me. I was supposed to do Chalean Extreme Burn it off/Recharge on Sunday, but listened to my body who said, you really need a rest day. So, I took it off and relaxed.
Then the week started, Monday at 5 am, I got up and did my Chalean Extreme, Push Circuit 1. Man, I love the push month. Reps of 6-8 are really my favorite. Monday night was a rest night from running.
Tuesday, am I felt terrible. So, getting out of bed was not on my agenda. I figured skip my Chalean Extreme. It was a cardio day and I knew that that night I was going to be running. So, I was a little bummed, but ok. But, Tuesday night, I didn't feel much better. I did tell myself, just get on the elliptical and go slow. Something, is better then nothing. I managed to push out 30 miles (about 2 miles) at an average pace. I kind of was just in a zone, so it definitely was not about anything but keeping my legs moving.
Wed. morning, I did get up and do Chalean Extreme, Push Circuit 2. I have told myself, all leg work in that program will be kept to a minimum as I train for my big runs. But, the weights felt good! Wed. night, I actually felt great and went outside and ran for 3 miles. Let me tell you, running at 6 pm when its just starting to cool down, but the average temperature is still around 90 degrees and humid is a HARD run! I always end up walk/running the last mile of that 3 mile run because the heat just gets to ya. And, it always makes me wonder how can I do a long run on Saturday if I can't do 3 now. Well, for those that run in the heat, its the heat that wipes it out of you. If you can run early or later after the sun goes down, I bet you will see great improvement compared to your mid day runs!
Thursday, I was sick. I stayed home and stayed in bed most of the day. So, I did not do my Chalean Extreme or my run for the day. My first skipped planned run in my training. At first, I was really sad. All day thinking, just a little bit on the elliptical, you can do it. But, I finally told myself. It's ok to be sick and take a day off. That, in the last 2 weeks, I have run more miles then I did all summer. Take today as a rest day and let me knees, ankles recovery. So, I did and have no regrets.
Friday was a planned day off of running, and I did not do my Chalean Extreme. Yup, I really blew my first week of the push phase, but not too upset.
I woke up at 5 am this morning to a huge thunderstorm and thought there is no way we'd be running. But, our team met at 7 am, there were few showers before we started, but had a perfectly clear day! Therefor this morning, was my first official day of training for the Disney Marathon with the team run. I ran 8 miles! Whoo Whoo! What an accomplishment. I never got up an ran 8 miles in my life before, so I am proud of myself. Not only did I do it, I had enough juice left in me to sprint the last few hundred yards back to my car. Just a little extra effort in the end!
I'm meeting a ton of great people with Team in Training and am loving it so far. I am so glad I have committed to join them to not only accomplish my goal, but to help find a cure!
Overall, how do I feel after week 2? I feel great! I want to run more, but keep saying, no follow the plan. Don't over do it. Yes, my knees do feel a little worn and are not sure what's going on. I do think, new sneakers are in the very near future! My legs are keeping up with me and getting better with each run. My lungs are not really the problem. I seem to recover quickly and don't seem to sore the next day. Maybe tired and steps are not on my list of things to do the morning after a run, but otherwise, I feel wonderful!
So, follow my journey as I run toward Disney World. Also, remember, I am running to support the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society and to help find a cure for blood cancer. Donations are not expected, but truly are greatly appreciated. So, if you want to help, even a small $10-$20 donation will make a difference! It's easy to donate. Just click on the tab "Support my Cause" on my website TheFitnessSpot.net and then read about what I'm doing and click the Donation Tab to make a contribution. (Or simply click here) Remember, all donations are tax deductible.
Thanks much, and keep checking back to follow my progress!
Heather!
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