Daily Check In Thread
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Week 6 Day 1 done. Only one more day of intervals and then just full runs from then on. Stopping and starting today was almost harder than the 20 min run. I felt like I was just hitting my stride when it told me to start walking. Wow. In 2 weeks I will be running 30 mins!4
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Just realized I have to start getting up earlier to fit my run in starting week 6. Guess I'm getting up at 5 now.
It's family day in BC, so I dont' have to work tomorrow, but I'll get up and run anyway.3 -
@tacklewasher what part of bc?0
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@showjumper Okanagan0
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Week 6 Day 1 done. Only one more day of intervals and then just full runs from then on. Stopping and starting today was almost harder than the 20 min run. I felt like I was just hitting my stride when it told me to start walking. Wow. In 2 weeks I will be running 30 mins!
that's so true. It so pisses me off when my shoelace gets loose and i have to stop. Completely ruins my momentum, especially when it's during my fast runs. I also feel more tired, like i have to work harder to go from a full stop to running again.2 -
W5D1 completed!4
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Hi, just found this group. I did Week 4, Day 2 yesterday, I ache....need more fluids and better warm up and stretches!4
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Finished w7d3 today. Nice sunny day. It was 28 f, but I completely over dressed. We have a heat wave coming the next few weeks, so I'm going to have to drop the outer layer.2
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Tacklewasher wrote: »@showjumper Okanagan
Nice, I originate from the Queen City of the West Kootenays! Enjoy your Family Day today... ours is next Monday!1 -
W5D2 complete. I got thru the 8 min runs. The 2nd one was tough but I think it was because I upped my speed a little the first 8. I got through it though and didn't stop even though I was tempted. Nervous for the next workout3
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FitCurves1818 wrote: »W5D2 complete. I got thru the 8 min runs. The 2nd one was tough but I think it was because I upped my speed a little the first 8. I got through it though and didn't stop even though I was tempted. Nervous for the next workout
You'll knock it out of the park.2 -
Ok I almost procrastinated myself out of running tonight... I did get W6D2 done tonight! I started at 9:49pm and it wasn't great... but it's in the books now. Unfortunately, so are the intervals!5
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showjumper wrote: »Ok I almost procrastinated myself out of running tonight... I did get W6D2 done tonight! I started at 9:49pm and it wasn't great... but it's in the books now. Unfortunately, so are the intervals!
I like it when the intervals go away. Less to have to worry about. You can just run.1 -
@upsaluki I'm looking forward to my run tonight.... I will be starting at a better time though... aiming for 7:301
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Did W2D2 at 5 this morning. I'm still amazed I can run for 90 seconds. Also glad I live in a warm climate so morning runs aren't too difficult.4
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FitCurves1818 wrote: »W5D2 complete. I got thru the 8 min runs. The 2nd one was tough but I think it was because I upped my speed a little the first 8. I got through it though and didn't stop even though I was tempted. Nervous for the next workout
You'll do great. Just remember not to rush too fast when you start out. Steady even pace will get you through! Good luck!1 -
showjumper wrote: »Ok I almost procrastinated myself out of running tonight... I did get W6D2 done tonight! I started at 9:49pm and it wasn't great... but it's in the books now. Unfortunately, so are the intervals!
Way to get it done! Sometimes I think it is almost easier without the intervals. The starting and stopping is more tempting for me not to start again! LOL
I am headed out shortly for W7D1. It is sunny and 34F. I am hoping for no wind.1 -
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I ticked off w4d3...still super achy in the calf muscles, need to sort that2
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w7d1 complete on my lunch break. The way work is going, I would rather go out and run another session! Not a great day here. Here's to better tomorrows...2
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Week 8 Day 2 done! I can't believe there's only one more left!!!3
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fitchick37 wrote: »I ticked off w4d3...still super achy in the calf muscles, need to sort that
Try doing some foam rolling on those calves after your run... or give yourself a nice deep calf massage if you don't have a roller.
Also, prior to running, some good dynamic stretching that includes calves is really good. The best one I found was to find some stairs or curb: (part 1) put ball of both feet on the edge of the step and alternate flexing each heel downward for 10-15 reps; (part 2) put one heel at the edge of the step and flex the toes downward for 10-15 reps and repeat with other foot. If you don't have a railing to hold on to for part 1, then I would recommend doing one foot at a time for balance.
Great job everyone, you guys and gals are rockin' it!1 -
W5D3 done! 20 min straight and feels awesome!!!5
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showjumper wrote: »Ok I almost procrastinated myself out of running tonight... I did get W6D2 done tonight! I started at 9:49pm and it wasn't great... but it's in the books now. Unfortunately, so are the intervals!
I have done this so many times, running as late as 11pm. But I quite enjoy the calm cold and cloak of darkness. I have my blinkers but no one can see how purple my face is!1 -
Tacklewasher wrote: »Just realized I have to start getting up earlier to fit my run in starting week 6. Guess I'm getting up at 5 now.
It's family day in BC, so I dont' have to work tomorrow, but I'll get up and run anyway.
@Tacklewasher I am in Victoria. Small cyberworld.1 -
Week 6 Day2 Done! Felt great. Plus I have been doing pilates every day (for 4 days) which has activated my core. I am feeling very strong, aligned, with a relaxed neck and calm breath. I highly recommend pilates as a great companion program!2
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I don't unfortunately! There aren't any on here, the only 5K that looks fab is a Colour Run, but it"s not an actual run, it's more a "walk with friends and climb on inflatables to really loud music" thing. I'll just need to wait for the right opportunity
And work on my speed. I don't think I'm reaching 5K just yet, more like 3,5 or 4 1 -
Finished week 8 day 1 today. RunDouble has a week 9, but I'm going to switch to the 5 to 10 k program on there instead.3
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W7,D2 complete in the blustery snow. I wanted to quit so bad today but I just kept putting one foot in front of the other until it was done. There was no way I was going to quit and then have to repeat it! It wasn't physical weakness as much as mental weakness. Bleh...4
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