Today I am linking up with my friend and fellow runner, Meghan, at Little Girl in the Big World for her Weekly Workouts Recap.
I've been toying with the idea of completing a half marathon in 2 weeks. This half would only be for the milage in my marathon training. I'm not looking for a PR. Lately, my longest run had been 6 miles, so I knew if I wanted to try to do the half that I was going to have to up my milage this week and next.
So, here's this week's training recap:
Monday: 4 miles easy on the treadmill
Tuesday: The chart says 6, but I really only ran 5.5. I was feeling so good that morning that I just kept going. I could have gone longer, but it was time for Fred and Eli to start getting up. To date, this was my longest treadmill run ever!
Wednesday: Much needed rest day
Thursday: I ran another 4 miles. This time, I tried one of my Gu packets before the run to see if I could tolerate the taste and how it would work. I must say that I felt energized and it wasn't half bad. I tried the Mint Chocolate one and it wasn't so bad since it was minty and I had just brushed my teeth with a mint toothpaste.
Saturday: I had originally had it on my calendar to complete a 5K, but with the highs only in the 30's and snow flurries, I backed out. I still needed to get in my 8 miles so I toyed with the idea of running outside when the temp got to 38 or going to the gym and running on the treadmill. I chose the treadmill. I knew I could do it and it was mind over matter. The stupid treadmill cut off at 1 hour and I still had one mile left, so I had to make it could. I rant the last mile in 8 minutes flat.
So, how were your workouts this week?
11 comments:
good for you! I need to do my workouts recap, so I can keep up with them better!
I love the barre workouts :)
Awesome training this week Caroline! Thanks for linking up! Those long treadmill runs will definitely build the mental fortitude that you need for the long runs that'll start this summer! I love your new blog design!!
Good job, Caroline. I don't know how you're doing it with a new baby!!
Love the blog design :)
They are opening three Pure Barre locations here in Chicago and I am really excited about it. I took a class in Nashville and loved it, plus I am ready for a new studio (I usually go to Bar Method). Your running looks strong - nice work! I am currently training for a half in May and then gearing up for the Chicago Marathon!
They are opening three Pure Barre locations here in Chicago and I am really excited about it. I took a class in Nashville and loved it, plus I am ready for a new studio (I usually go to Bar Method). Your running looks strong - nice work! I am currently training for a half in May and then gearing up for the Chicago Marathon!
Great job and love the logo!!!!
I love your dedication!!
I love Gu! And I had no idea they make a mint chocolate one! I need to look for that!
You are on top of it! I wish I could use Gu but it hurts me...
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