Sunday - Active
Hailey was active most of the day playing with her friends.
Monday - Rest
Monday is typically Hailey's rest day. We were going to try and run today since Tuesday is going to Rob's marathon work day...it's harder to get away. He basically works from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM with a break for lunch. But the weather is just awful. So we put it off until Tuesday hoping we can squeeze it in between Rob's busy work day.
Tuesday - Hailey swam for 30 minutes (swim lessons), ran/walked 10 minutes, running games/sprints for 6-8 minutes
It was a marathon Tuesday because Rob worked all day and was hardly home. We needed a break from the regular routine anyway. Even though she says she hates running in the parking lot, Hailey insisted on it. I told her she could run laps. It actually was a good thing because it was the first time I did not run with her. She disciplined herself to run alone and keep moving. And she did pretty well. I had to encourage her a few times, but she did great. Since she did so good at the beginning, we played Red Light, Green Light, Disco that I think they play at swimming lessons or at school. I could not remember where she told me she learned it. Then we did a few sprints across the parking lot. I have not done any kind of sprint training so it was good for me too. We needed a break from the constant running/walking routine we've done the last few weeks. So it was a good thing.
Wednesday -
Wednesday - Hailey did 3 hill repeats. Derek did 1 up and down the hill.
We did the Hrubetz road hill again to Liberty. I had all three kids with me so I had to be careful letting Hailey and Derek run on the road. They know to stay along the edge and not go near the white line, but they still have to be watched constantly...and reminded. I get a little nervous when they go near the Liberty Bar and Grill driveway because sometimes people peel out of there (but mostly around 2 AM on Friday nights which we get to hear in the summer months when the windows are open). I was holding Kara so I could not run with them. Hailey worked really hard and did well. Derek has some stamina in him and he enjoys being a part of it. He's only three so he doesn't have the drive and focus, but he does like to be included. He is really excited about doing the preschool race. I know it will be fun to watch him...or run with him. I think the adults are supposed to run with the preschoolers, but not totally sure.
Thursday - Hailey did 30 minutes of swim lessons
Friday - Hailey ran/walked for about 15 minutes
Today did not go as well. We went running in the parking lot around 5. Rob was with the kids a good chunk of the afternoon and I felt like he needed a break. So I put Kara in her car and Derek played in the parking lot and church playground. Hailey was not real focused and not running well on her own. I felt that "overstimulated" feeling I get in my brain...a form of anxiety. I have been so busy the last two days trying to finish up this Animal Science course. I took my final this morning, but I have been so tired. The alarm went off this morning and I felt like I could have slept another hour or two. I have had a very minor sore throat and head ache off and on for three days. I should have just taken Hailey running and left the other two kids with Rob because it was too much for me to juggle. I get really frustrated with Hailey when she was just scuffing her feet and not even trying. My moods were off today. Although I controlled it so much better than months ago, I did not feel like I was at my best. I'm hoping we can run tomorrow at the park or I can take her out alone.
Saturday - Hailey ran/walked for about 20 minutes
Today went much better. I was able to get out with Hailey alone. The weather was beautiful. We did the Hrubetz/Nina/Boone/Liberty loop. At first she was not taking it seriously, but after the first 5-6 minutes she really pushed herself and did well. It worked amazing now to run behind her and encourage her. The first few weeks I would have to run beside her and sometimes pull her arm or hold her hand to keep her going. She doesn't want that anymore and values her independence. She wants to run alone. She loves it when I run behind her and cheer her on. She has a great pace. If she can focus and take it seriously, she can do amazing. Yet I also have to realize she is five. Spending time with her and allowing her to try something new is most important right now.
Tuesday, April 26, 2011
Monday, April 25, 2011
April 25 - May 1
Monday - Ran 2 miles & 10 minutes of Ab/Back Workout
I ran during Rob's lunch. When I left it was sprinkling. When I reached Mile #1 it was pouring. I got so drenched. When I came home, I felt like I jumped in a lake. Not fun. Wish it was not going to rain all week because I loved the sun we had on Saturday. The run went good. I feel like I am running at my best right now--have not felt this good running since the fall.
I also want to work on my abs. I feel like my body is a little bit out of proportion. My legs are strong and muscular. I have no fat on my legs. My abs are flabby. Have been that way for awhile. I still could pass for being a few months pregnant. I know a lot of my mom friends look the same way and I am not really not trying to compare myself to other people. I am not trying to lose a ton of weight. I am at a pretty good weight right now. I want to tone my abs and strengthen those muscles. I tried the 10 minute Exercise TV program today. At first it seemed kind of easy. The more I got into it, it was tough. I felt myself working muscles that have not been worked in a very long time. I know I need to do this a couple times a week. It's only ten minutes. But not quite sure when or how to squeeze it in.
My anxiety meds are working. Back in January and February I would wake up in the morning and just feel ticked off. It's hard to explain. I would see messes on the floor and clutter. Instead of accepting it or cleaning, I would get fuming angry. The messy house and Derek and Kara getting "into stuff" were always the biggest triggers. There were other things as well. I am not having a great day today in terms of anxiety, but I am handling it better. I think the medication takes the edge off of it so I can function better. Part of it is the kids and Rob (and me too) are super tired from yesterday. I appreciate Easter. Really I do. It's so much busier for us with Rob preaching extra services. I don't want to deny the kids special outings and traditions because it is exhausting. I am not sure I would want to do it this way next year...I guess we have a whole year and our kids getting a whole year older before we have to decide that one. Even not having an evening service next year might lighten the load a little bit.
Tuesday - Fitness 360 (30 minutes) and Abs/Back Workout (10 minutes)
I figured it would be a very crazy day with Rob working all day, swim lessons, the kids still being tired from the weekend etc. The morning dragged. But I stayed calm all day. My anxiety level was low...I had a few times I felt a little overwhelmed. But nothing at all like months ago...not even close. So I am very, very thankful for that.
I worked out at 6:40 AM and the stretching was really what my body needed. I did the same ab workout while Derek and Kara had their morning snack. Then Derek watched part of it and encouraged me. I want to continue the abs workouts because I feel those muscles being toned and stretched. It's really what I need right now.
Wednesday - Rest
I needed a rest day today. It is a little more crazier working out Thursday mornings when I have MOPS, but as long as I can get it done before 7, it usually works out OK. My abs and shins were hurting and my throat is sore. I think I am catching a cold. My anxiety level was a little higher than yesterday. Again it rises (and I totally recognize and feel it coming on) when I am trying to get kids out the door and when I start studying for vet. stuff. Once I get in the groove of studying it goes away as well as when I am in the van driving to where we need to go. I think recognizing the triggers is the first step to figuring out how to best deal with it. The medication is taking the edge off of it significantly. This week with everything going on would have pushed me over the edge a few months ago--I would have been a basket case at some point. Thankfully my emotions are in check and I am doing OK.
Thursday & Friday - Rest
I did not intend to take two full days off. I have really had to focus on Animal Science the last two days. It's been a TOUGH class this semester and I took my final this morning. I probably won't get my grade until mid next week, but I think I did OK. I'd be really happy to get a B in the course and I think I might get there. I have been super tired at night and I was exhausted this morning when I woke up. The rest is probably what my body needs right now. I am hoping to start a 10K training program next week. The fact Animal Science is over helps. I'm also almost done with my church and MOPS responsibilities as well. Come late May, I am going to have a more open plate again. I have decided not to do a marathon in the fall. Just stick with 5Ks and 10Ks for now. Rob suggested doing the Newport Marathon in June of 2012. I would LOVE to do a marathon on the coast. So that is what I am thinking right now, but of course things can change...that's more than a year away.
Saturday - 2 mile timed run. Mile #1 - 8:20 Mile #2 - 16:25
Last week I got 17:10. I would love to get under 16 minutes. Good run. I felt strong. I think taking the last few days off was smart. My new shoes came in the mail and they feel great!
Sunday - Hills - 3 miles
The weather was awesome--probably in the 70's. Sun. Warmth. Finally!! I hate the Boone hills, but I decided to tackle them. I ran from Hrubetz to Lone Oak to Boone--up and down the hills, turned around and did the whole thing again and came back. A couple weeks ago I had to take a recovery walk after the first hill. This time I was able to run the whole way and I felt great. Tomorrow I want to start the 10K training plan. It's a more detailed than I thought. I don't know if I can pull it off. Mornings are getting easier for me, but it is hard to roll out of bed before 6:30 AM. My body just can't get there. It's worth a shot.
I ran during Rob's lunch. When I left it was sprinkling. When I reached Mile #1 it was pouring. I got so drenched. When I came home, I felt like I jumped in a lake. Not fun. Wish it was not going to rain all week because I loved the sun we had on Saturday. The run went good. I feel like I am running at my best right now--have not felt this good running since the fall.
I also want to work on my abs. I feel like my body is a little bit out of proportion. My legs are strong and muscular. I have no fat on my legs. My abs are flabby. Have been that way for awhile. I still could pass for being a few months pregnant. I know a lot of my mom friends look the same way and I am not really not trying to compare myself to other people. I am not trying to lose a ton of weight. I am at a pretty good weight right now. I want to tone my abs and strengthen those muscles. I tried the 10 minute Exercise TV program today. At first it seemed kind of easy. The more I got into it, it was tough. I felt myself working muscles that have not been worked in a very long time. I know I need to do this a couple times a week. It's only ten minutes. But not quite sure when or how to squeeze it in.
My anxiety meds are working. Back in January and February I would wake up in the morning and just feel ticked off. It's hard to explain. I would see messes on the floor and clutter. Instead of accepting it or cleaning, I would get fuming angry. The messy house and Derek and Kara getting "into stuff" were always the biggest triggers. There were other things as well. I am not having a great day today in terms of anxiety, but I am handling it better. I think the medication takes the edge off of it so I can function better. Part of it is the kids and Rob (and me too) are super tired from yesterday. I appreciate Easter. Really I do. It's so much busier for us with Rob preaching extra services. I don't want to deny the kids special outings and traditions because it is exhausting. I am not sure I would want to do it this way next year...I guess we have a whole year and our kids getting a whole year older before we have to decide that one. Even not having an evening service next year might lighten the load a little bit.
Tuesday - Fitness 360 (30 minutes) and Abs/Back Workout (10 minutes)
I figured it would be a very crazy day with Rob working all day, swim lessons, the kids still being tired from the weekend etc. The morning dragged. But I stayed calm all day. My anxiety level was low...I had a few times I felt a little overwhelmed. But nothing at all like months ago...not even close. So I am very, very thankful for that.
I worked out at 6:40 AM and the stretching was really what my body needed. I did the same ab workout while Derek and Kara had their morning snack. Then Derek watched part of it and encouraged me. I want to continue the abs workouts because I feel those muscles being toned and stretched. It's really what I need right now.
Wednesday - Rest
I needed a rest day today. It is a little more crazier working out Thursday mornings when I have MOPS, but as long as I can get it done before 7, it usually works out OK. My abs and shins were hurting and my throat is sore. I think I am catching a cold. My anxiety level was a little higher than yesterday. Again it rises (and I totally recognize and feel it coming on) when I am trying to get kids out the door and when I start studying for vet. stuff. Once I get in the groove of studying it goes away as well as when I am in the van driving to where we need to go. I think recognizing the triggers is the first step to figuring out how to best deal with it. The medication is taking the edge off of it significantly. This week with everything going on would have pushed me over the edge a few months ago--I would have been a basket case at some point. Thankfully my emotions are in check and I am doing OK.
Thursday & Friday - Rest
I did not intend to take two full days off. I have really had to focus on Animal Science the last two days. It's been a TOUGH class this semester and I took my final this morning. I probably won't get my grade until mid next week, but I think I did OK. I'd be really happy to get a B in the course and I think I might get there. I have been super tired at night and I was exhausted this morning when I woke up. The rest is probably what my body needs right now. I am hoping to start a 10K training program next week. The fact Animal Science is over helps. I'm also almost done with my church and MOPS responsibilities as well. Come late May, I am going to have a more open plate again. I have decided not to do a marathon in the fall. Just stick with 5Ks and 10Ks for now. Rob suggested doing the Newport Marathon in June of 2012. I would LOVE to do a marathon on the coast. So that is what I am thinking right now, but of course things can change...that's more than a year away.
Saturday - 2 mile timed run. Mile #1 - 8:20 Mile #2 - 16:25
Last week I got 17:10. I would love to get under 16 minutes. Good run. I felt strong. I think taking the last few days off was smart. My new shoes came in the mail and they feel great!
Sunday - Hills - 3 miles
The weather was awesome--probably in the 70's. Sun. Warmth. Finally!! I hate the Boone hills, but I decided to tackle them. I ran from Hrubetz to Lone Oak to Boone--up and down the hills, turned around and did the whole thing again and came back. A couple weeks ago I had to take a recovery walk after the first hill. This time I was able to run the whole way and I felt great. Tomorrow I want to start the 10K training plan. It's a more detailed than I thought. I don't know if I can pull it off. Mornings are getting easier for me, but it is hard to roll out of bed before 6:30 AM. My body just can't get there. It's worth a shot.
Monday, April 18, 2011
Awesome 3000 Week #6
As of Saturday we'll be two weeks away from the race! And I registered Hailey and Derek TODAY! Yay!
Sunday - Hailey was very active at her friends house all day - running around, jumping on the trampoline etc.
Monday - Hailey ran and walked 18 minutes
What a great evening! I decided rather than running the 6 minutes and walking the 30 seconds three times, it made more sense to run/walk 18 minutes. Technically it was more like around 20 minutes. We ran through the woods at Woodmansee Park, across the little creek, and through the park. We ran on trail, parking lot, and sidewalk. It was so fun! Hailey did so well even on some of the steeper hills. I told her not to run in the tall grass, but she didn't listen to me. She tripped over a sprinkler head. It could have been a bad injury, but thankfully was only a minor scrape. We parked the car at her school. When we got back, she said she had so much fun. I was really happy to hear that. She has come SO FAR in her running. She ran for almost four minutes non-stop at the beginning. A few months ago she could barely make one minute. She was always complaining how tired she is. Now she just takes off and flies. It's amazing. It makes me love running even more. I am so glad I can share it with her.
The timing thing is getting a little more tricky since our runs are getting longer. I can't take Derek anymore and I can't push Kara on trail. So far I am doing my own exercise in the early mornings and exercising with Hailey right after supper. It's working for now, but we might have to run during naps and stick to the parking lot a few times. Hailey hates running laps and I don't blame her. I hate them too. We might be able to figure something else out if we need to.
Tuesday - Cross training - swim 30 minutes
Hailey had regular swimming lessons and worked on front crawl and back stroke.
Wednesday - Ran and walked for 18 minutes
We ran at Sumpter Park. Hailey had a little harder time today--not nearly as motivated and wanted to walk much sooner. She responded well to my encouragements though. She did really well the last six or so minutes. We talked about some days are harder than others. There are days we just don't feel like running. There are days we try to run and it's tougher. Other days we feel like we could run forever. The key is to stick with it. It was really nice to be outside. I am surprised how busy that park is--two Little Leaugue games and one soccer practice. We've always been there when there is no one there. I usually run through it when it's dead. Hailey seems to enjoy running in the park versus out on the street.
Thursday - Cross training - Hailey played outside and worked in the garden for a few hours
Hailey did not swimming because she went to the service project at Woodmansee Park with her school instead. She worked outside most of the afternoon and then she helped Rob in the garden later in the early evening. We're going to count that at cross training. :) We'll run again tomorrow.
Friday - Hailey ran/walked for 20 minutes
We ran and walked the square from Hrubetz to Nina to Boone to Liberty. At first Hailey did not want to run. She wanted to watch TV. We had a really busy day with the Good Friday service and other stuff going on. I was not sure she was going to have any downtime, but we had to get the run in. A few minutes into it she dropped the attitude and did really well.
Saturday - Hailey ran/walked for 20 minutes
We ran at the new park - Bryan Johnston Park. It is so hilly that I was not sure how Hailey would do. The hills are long and drawn out. She did good. We probably had to stop a little more than usual, but I kind of figured that would be the case with the hills.
Sunday - Hailey was very active at her friends house all day - running around, jumping on the trampoline etc.
Monday - Hailey ran and walked 18 minutes
What a great evening! I decided rather than running the 6 minutes and walking the 30 seconds three times, it made more sense to run/walk 18 minutes. Technically it was more like around 20 minutes. We ran through the woods at Woodmansee Park, across the little creek, and through the park. We ran on trail, parking lot, and sidewalk. It was so fun! Hailey did so well even on some of the steeper hills. I told her not to run in the tall grass, but she didn't listen to me. She tripped over a sprinkler head. It could have been a bad injury, but thankfully was only a minor scrape. We parked the car at her school. When we got back, she said she had so much fun. I was really happy to hear that. She has come SO FAR in her running. She ran for almost four minutes non-stop at the beginning. A few months ago she could barely make one minute. She was always complaining how tired she is. Now she just takes off and flies. It's amazing. It makes me love running even more. I am so glad I can share it with her.
The timing thing is getting a little more tricky since our runs are getting longer. I can't take Derek anymore and I can't push Kara on trail. So far I am doing my own exercise in the early mornings and exercising with Hailey right after supper. It's working for now, but we might have to run during naps and stick to the parking lot a few times. Hailey hates running laps and I don't blame her. I hate them too. We might be able to figure something else out if we need to.
Tuesday - Cross training - swim 30 minutes
Hailey had regular swimming lessons and worked on front crawl and back stroke.
Wednesday - Ran and walked for 18 minutes
We ran at Sumpter Park. Hailey had a little harder time today--not nearly as motivated and wanted to walk much sooner. She responded well to my encouragements though. She did really well the last six or so minutes. We talked about some days are harder than others. There are days we just don't feel like running. There are days we try to run and it's tougher. Other days we feel like we could run forever. The key is to stick with it. It was really nice to be outside. I am surprised how busy that park is--two Little Leaugue games and one soccer practice. We've always been there when there is no one there. I usually run through it when it's dead. Hailey seems to enjoy running in the park versus out on the street.
Thursday - Cross training - Hailey played outside and worked in the garden for a few hours
Hailey did not swimming because she went to the service project at Woodmansee Park with her school instead. She worked outside most of the afternoon and then she helped Rob in the garden later in the early evening. We're going to count that at cross training. :) We'll run again tomorrow.
Friday - Hailey ran/walked for 20 minutes
We ran and walked the square from Hrubetz to Nina to Boone to Liberty. At first Hailey did not want to run. She wanted to watch TV. We had a really busy day with the Good Friday service and other stuff going on. I was not sure she was going to have any downtime, but we had to get the run in. A few minutes into it she dropped the attitude and did really well.
Saturday - Hailey ran/walked for 20 minutes
We ran at the new park - Bryan Johnston Park. It is so hilly that I was not sure how Hailey would do. The hills are long and drawn out. She did good. We probably had to stop a little more than usual, but I kind of figured that would be the case with the hills.
April 18-24
Monday - Fitness 360
I was a little sore from yesterday's run so the first five minutes hurt. I am still not used to working out at 6:40 AM, but my body is adjusting. It helps SO much that Rob gets up too.
Tuesday - Rest
My shins hurt and I felt sore. I worked out like six days in a row and needed a break. Trying to buy running shoes on eBay, but snagging any good deals. I love my New Balance shoes and I got them for less than $30.00, but they need to be replaced soon.
Wednesday - Ran 2 Miles - Timed Run - Mile #1 - 8:45 Mile #2 - 17:10
I did the two mile run the opposite way. I think Mile #2 (which was Mile #1) is slightly longer. It always feels longer. The fact I got 8:45 makes me think it is. Especially since I finished at 17:10. I was expecting more like 18:00. I pushed myself pretty hard. It helps the weather is so nice finally.
Thursday - Fitness 360
Really felt it in my abs this morning. They are sore. It felt great to workout in the morning again. It is getting easier to get out of bed before 7. My mental state is so much stronger now. I feel like I am getting back to my old self. The kids also seems to be a little less crazy and getting outside helps!
Friday - Hills - Ran 2 miles
I did the hills behind Roths again and looped around to Sunnyslope Park and finished on Skyline. That first hill on Cunningham is so tough--it gets me everytime. It's not steep, just very long and drawn out. I did not have to walk this time though once I got up it. I did not have to walk at all. The hill training is really good endurance for me. I need to stick with it. Tomorrow I am doing a 5k! Yay!
Saturday - Run the Ridge 5k in Lebanon 25:13
I took 1st!! As the women's overall and in my age group. At first I was unsure about the course because it was very hilly. The first mile was very steep hills up and down. I was thankful for the hills training the last few weeks because I think it helped tremendously. I felt strong on the hills and was able to run the whole way. I almost beat my PR from 2004. I think it was around 24:58 or something like that. It was a GREAT run. I had so much fun. Thankful for a beautiful day to do it as well.
Sunday - Rest
Probably could have run today, but we were quite busy with Easter stuff going on.
I was a little sore from yesterday's run so the first five minutes hurt. I am still not used to working out at 6:40 AM, but my body is adjusting. It helps SO much that Rob gets up too.
Tuesday - Rest
My shins hurt and I felt sore. I worked out like six days in a row and needed a break. Trying to buy running shoes on eBay, but snagging any good deals. I love my New Balance shoes and I got them for less than $30.00, but they need to be replaced soon.
Wednesday - Ran 2 Miles - Timed Run - Mile #1 - 8:45 Mile #2 - 17:10
I did the two mile run the opposite way. I think Mile #2 (which was Mile #1) is slightly longer. It always feels longer. The fact I got 8:45 makes me think it is. Especially since I finished at 17:10. I was expecting more like 18:00. I pushed myself pretty hard. It helps the weather is so nice finally.
Thursday - Fitness 360
Really felt it in my abs this morning. They are sore. It felt great to workout in the morning again. It is getting easier to get out of bed before 7. My mental state is so much stronger now. I feel like I am getting back to my old self. The kids also seems to be a little less crazy and getting outside helps!
Friday - Hills - Ran 2 miles
I did the hills behind Roths again and looped around to Sunnyslope Park and finished on Skyline. That first hill on Cunningham is so tough--it gets me everytime. It's not steep, just very long and drawn out. I did not have to walk this time though once I got up it. I did not have to walk at all. The hill training is really good endurance for me. I need to stick with it. Tomorrow I am doing a 5k! Yay!
Saturday - Run the Ridge 5k in Lebanon 25:13
I took 1st!! As the women's overall and in my age group. At first I was unsure about the course because it was very hilly. The first mile was very steep hills up and down. I was thankful for the hills training the last few weeks because I think it helped tremendously. I felt strong on the hills and was able to run the whole way. I almost beat my PR from 2004. I think it was around 24:58 or something like that. It was a GREAT run. I had so much fun. Thankful for a beautiful day to do it as well.
Sunday - Rest
Probably could have run today, but we were quite busy with Easter stuff going on.
Monday, April 11, 2011
April 11 - 18
Monday - Fitness 360
It may take the alarm going off twice and using the snooze once, but I got out of bed at 6:40 AM. I was able to complete the workout. It felt really good. I do miss my classes at the gym, but I am seeing the benefit to working out in my own family room.
Tuesday - Rest
I overslept (Rob did too) and I could not run at any other time today because of my crazy schedule. Lazy. Oh well. I did register for Run for the Ridge in Lebanon so I will be doing a 5k a week from Saturday. I want to get 3-4 good runs in this week.
Wednesday - Ran 2 miles
I ran at 6:45 and did my normal route going by Wendy Kroger Park. Kind of cold and yuck cold rain. I think training for any long distance race in the winter/spring in Oregon would totally stink. I came home cold and wet. I am still getting used to running in the morning. My body does not quite feel as strong and I get side aches. But I was able to complete it at a decent pace.
Thursday - Ran 2 miles
I did not want to run today because it was so ridiculously cold for end of April and rainy too. But I made myself get out at 6:45 AM. I knew there was no other time today I could do it. I still have to run with Hailey later today. I did my route that takes Lone Oak to Browning and it went fine. I was feeling really good. Running on Liberty was brutal as the wind was so strong and I had rain hitting my face so hard--it hurt. Not quite hail, but we've had sleet and hail over the last few days so I wondered if it would turn to that. I was happy I completed it, but I am looking forward to running in more pleasant conditions soon.
Friday - Hills Ran 2 miles
Ugh! Bad, bad weather. My socks were soaked by the end of it. I did the hills behind Roths again and went a little further. I had to walk about 1/4 of one of the hills...about 15 seconds or so. But I ran the rest. It was tough. I was cold, rained on, and not in the mood at all to run. But I am glad I completed it. Nice weather is supposedly on the way, but I am not holding my breath.
Saturday - Incredible Abs
I did 20 minutes of Incredible Abs on Exercise TV. It was not really what I expected. It wasn't terrible, but I didn't like it as much as other exercise programs. I also walked about a mile and a half with the stroller picking Hailey and Derek up for the Easter event at Hailey's school.
Sunday - Ran 4 miles
Finally good weather. I ran the Sumpter Park route and can't remember the last time I ran this route. Good to have my mileage getting up again. I felt a little lagging and tired the first mile, but by Mile #2 I felt great.
It may take the alarm going off twice and using the snooze once, but I got out of bed at 6:40 AM. I was able to complete the workout. It felt really good. I do miss my classes at the gym, but I am seeing the benefit to working out in my own family room.
Tuesday - Rest
I overslept (Rob did too) and I could not run at any other time today because of my crazy schedule. Lazy. Oh well. I did register for Run for the Ridge in Lebanon so I will be doing a 5k a week from Saturday. I want to get 3-4 good runs in this week.
Wednesday - Ran 2 miles
I ran at 6:45 and did my normal route going by Wendy Kroger Park. Kind of cold and yuck cold rain. I think training for any long distance race in the winter/spring in Oregon would totally stink. I came home cold and wet. I am still getting used to running in the morning. My body does not quite feel as strong and I get side aches. But I was able to complete it at a decent pace.
Thursday - Ran 2 miles
I did not want to run today because it was so ridiculously cold for end of April and rainy too. But I made myself get out at 6:45 AM. I knew there was no other time today I could do it. I still have to run with Hailey later today. I did my route that takes Lone Oak to Browning and it went fine. I was feeling really good. Running on Liberty was brutal as the wind was so strong and I had rain hitting my face so hard--it hurt. Not quite hail, but we've had sleet and hail over the last few days so I wondered if it would turn to that. I was happy I completed it, but I am looking forward to running in more pleasant conditions soon.
Friday - Hills Ran 2 miles
Ugh! Bad, bad weather. My socks were soaked by the end of it. I did the hills behind Roths again and went a little further. I had to walk about 1/4 of one of the hills...about 15 seconds or so. But I ran the rest. It was tough. I was cold, rained on, and not in the mood at all to run. But I am glad I completed it. Nice weather is supposedly on the way, but I am not holding my breath.
Saturday - Incredible Abs
I did 20 minutes of Incredible Abs on Exercise TV. It was not really what I expected. It wasn't terrible, but I didn't like it as much as other exercise programs. I also walked about a mile and a half with the stroller picking Hailey and Derek up for the Easter event at Hailey's school.
Sunday - Ran 4 miles
Finally good weather. I ran the Sumpter Park route and can't remember the last time I ran this route. Good to have my mileage getting up again. I felt a little lagging and tired the first mile, but by Mile #2 I felt great.
Sunday, April 10, 2011
Awesome 3000 Training Week #5
Sunday - Hailey was active playing at church and at home
No major workout today. Sundays are a long running day for me, but a nice break for Hailey.
Monday - Hailey's rest day.
Tuesday - Hailey swam for 30 minutes at swimming lessons. Hailey ran 5 minutes, walked one minute, ran 5 minute.
We were really pressed for time so we just ran up Hrubetz and along Liberty. Unforunately Hailey got really excited and wanted to take off. She tripped on the sidewalk and fell. No major injuries (just a scraped knee and her hands hurt). She said she wanted to go home. But I encouraged her to take a quick rest and complete the workout. And she did! She did great. She ran most of the whole workout and walked and very little. She is doing really well! She is mostly running on her own now...doesn't need to hold my hand much at all.
Wednesday - Hailey did hills - up and down the Hrubetz Road hill three times
She did great. I actually stood at the bottom hill with Derek and Kara while she did the workout. The guy across the street and the middle school kids walking probably wondered what the heck we were doing. Hailey did great! Glad we got the run in between rainstorms because it started hailing about 15 minutes after we were done. I AM SICK OF THE RAIN!!!
Thursday - Cross training - Hailey swam 30 minutes.
Hailey had swimming and worked on front crawl with the kickboard and back float. It was the first time in awhile I was there without Derek and Kara so I enjoyed sitting by myself paging through a book during her lesson. :)
Friday - Rest
We're going to switch the workouts around because the weather was just awful today. I didn't want to take Hailey running in the pouring rain.
Saturday - Hailey ran and walked 3/4 of mile. Derek ran and walked 1/2 mile
Hailey and Derek walked home with me from Easter for Kids. Hailey ran most of the way. It got a little tricky because there's no way Derek could keep up. I had Kara in the stroller. Hailey had to stop and wait for us at every single intersection because I didn't want her cross the street alone. So it was a little more chaotic, but she did great. Especially considering a few months ago she complained the whole way walking home from school how tired she was. And now she ran most of it. :)
No major workout today. Sundays are a long running day for me, but a nice break for Hailey.
Monday - Hailey's rest day.
Tuesday - Hailey swam for 30 minutes at swimming lessons. Hailey ran 5 minutes, walked one minute, ran 5 minute.
We were really pressed for time so we just ran up Hrubetz and along Liberty. Unforunately Hailey got really excited and wanted to take off. She tripped on the sidewalk and fell. No major injuries (just a scraped knee and her hands hurt). She said she wanted to go home. But I encouraged her to take a quick rest and complete the workout. And she did! She did great. She ran most of the whole workout and walked and very little. She is doing really well! She is mostly running on her own now...doesn't need to hold my hand much at all.
Wednesday - Hailey did hills - up and down the Hrubetz Road hill three times
She did great. I actually stood at the bottom hill with Derek and Kara while she did the workout. The guy across the street and the middle school kids walking probably wondered what the heck we were doing. Hailey did great! Glad we got the run in between rainstorms because it started hailing about 15 minutes after we were done. I AM SICK OF THE RAIN!!!
Thursday - Cross training - Hailey swam 30 minutes.
Hailey had swimming and worked on front crawl with the kickboard and back float. It was the first time in awhile I was there without Derek and Kara so I enjoyed sitting by myself paging through a book during her lesson. :)
Friday - Rest
We're going to switch the workouts around because the weather was just awful today. I didn't want to take Hailey running in the pouring rain.
Saturday - Hailey ran and walked 3/4 of mile. Derek ran and walked 1/2 mile
Hailey and Derek walked home with me from Easter for Kids. Hailey ran most of the way. It got a little tricky because there's no way Derek could keep up. I had Kara in the stroller. Hailey had to stop and wait for us at every single intersection because I didn't want her cross the street alone. So it was a little more chaotic, but she did great. Especially considering a few months ago she complained the whole way walking home from school how tired she was. And now she ran most of it. :)
Tuesday, April 5, 2011
April 4 - 10
Monday - Rest
Not the way to start off the week, but I was having major dizziness and weakness in the morning. Not huge anxiety, but felt really frazzled and "off" in the morning. I drank a bunch of water and that helped. I was afraid to go running because I did not want to pass out. I think it was just the "not drinking enough water" because I was fine the rest of the day.
Tuesday - Ran 2 miles
Finally got out earlier in the morning and accomplished some running. I did my regular 2 mile route. Aside from some shoe lace issues (I need new shoes!) it went well. I did not feel dehydrated or winded. I felt pretty good most of the run. I want to keep running in the mornings now that is light out. It's hard for me to get out of bed, but it's the time for me schedule wise.
Wednesday - Fitness 360 Cardio
I did Fitness 360 Cardio at 6:45 AM this morning. It went fine, but I am sore because I have not stretched in awhile. It was a great way to start my day! I liked getting it done in the morning.
Thursday - Ran 2 miles
I did the other 2 mile route that goes by the park and Hailey's school. I got out the door around 6:45 AM again. It was tough. I could not believe how hard it was to just run two miles. I think it is due to inconsistency with training. My body needs to get into a regular routine. But I felt better once I completed it and I am loving get it all done in the morning. It gives me more energy to get some of the morning cleaning done and get less "short" with the kids in the morning. So I hope I can continue it. It helps SO much that Rob is getting up at 6:30 too to do his devotions, check e-mail etc. before the kids get up. It just seems to help when we're both on the same schedule.
Friday - Hills - ran approximately 2 miles
Tough run. I ran on the hills behind Roths. I had to stop and walk for 10-15 seconds after I got up the Cunningham hill. Yuck. I felt winded, exhausted, and crummy. I think it was because I had my cup of coffee before I ran. Normally I have it after, but I ran at 9 AM. Rob is home on Fridays so I have a little more freedom in terms of getting out and running when I want to. I think I was dealing with some dehydration because I did not feel good. Oh well. I tackled most of the hills, but I am ready to increase my mileage and want to feel stronger.
My weight is slightly higher (by like 2-3 pounds) compared to when I was doing the marathon. It honestly is not worth paying $60.00 to do Weight Watchers again if I only want to lose 10 pounds or less. And I am not overweight. It's such a good program, but I hate being a slave to the points. I am going to work on afternoon snacking because this where I cave. I am going to try to eat fresh fruit or carrots and peanut butter versus the other junk I was eating. Or try those low fat yogurts. I am also going to try to limit the evening snacks as well. We'll see if that makes any kind of difference.
Saturday - Rest
Today is my rest day. I did better on the snacking too!
Sunday - Ran 3 miles
I love the Sumpter neighborhood. There are runners and walkers everywhere and everyone is so friendly. Running by Sumpter school and seeing the trees in their springy flowers reminded me of the last time I was running that street - the colored leaves were started to turn brown and fall. I was only weeks away from my running my second marathon.
The run went great. I think I like running Sunday afternoons because I know I don't have much to do on Sundays--I don't study, don't write articles, and don't clean. It's just take care of the kids and go to church. My mind is more relaxed. I was so driven to go outside and run this afternoon. Some Sundays are crazier especially when there's meetings, special events, or the kids are crazy. But not the case today. It was not rainy (not overly sunny but at least not rainy)and in the low
50's.
I'm going to register for the 5K in Lebanon this week.
Not the way to start off the week, but I was having major dizziness and weakness in the morning. Not huge anxiety, but felt really frazzled and "off" in the morning. I drank a bunch of water and that helped. I was afraid to go running because I did not want to pass out. I think it was just the "not drinking enough water" because I was fine the rest of the day.
Tuesday - Ran 2 miles
Finally got out earlier in the morning and accomplished some running. I did my regular 2 mile route. Aside from some shoe lace issues (I need new shoes!) it went well. I did not feel dehydrated or winded. I felt pretty good most of the run. I want to keep running in the mornings now that is light out. It's hard for me to get out of bed, but it's the time for me schedule wise.
Wednesday - Fitness 360 Cardio
I did Fitness 360 Cardio at 6:45 AM this morning. It went fine, but I am sore because I have not stretched in awhile. It was a great way to start my day! I liked getting it done in the morning.
Thursday - Ran 2 miles
I did the other 2 mile route that goes by the park and Hailey's school. I got out the door around 6:45 AM again. It was tough. I could not believe how hard it was to just run two miles. I think it is due to inconsistency with training. My body needs to get into a regular routine. But I felt better once I completed it and I am loving get it all done in the morning. It gives me more energy to get some of the morning cleaning done and get less "short" with the kids in the morning. So I hope I can continue it. It helps SO much that Rob is getting up at 6:30 too to do his devotions, check e-mail etc. before the kids get up. It just seems to help when we're both on the same schedule.
Friday - Hills - ran approximately 2 miles
Tough run. I ran on the hills behind Roths. I had to stop and walk for 10-15 seconds after I got up the Cunningham hill. Yuck. I felt winded, exhausted, and crummy. I think it was because I had my cup of coffee before I ran. Normally I have it after, but I ran at 9 AM. Rob is home on Fridays so I have a little more freedom in terms of getting out and running when I want to. I think I was dealing with some dehydration because I did not feel good. Oh well. I tackled most of the hills, but I am ready to increase my mileage and want to feel stronger.
My weight is slightly higher (by like 2-3 pounds) compared to when I was doing the marathon. It honestly is not worth paying $60.00 to do Weight Watchers again if I only want to lose 10 pounds or less. And I am not overweight. It's such a good program, but I hate being a slave to the points. I am going to work on afternoon snacking because this where I cave. I am going to try to eat fresh fruit or carrots and peanut butter versus the other junk I was eating. Or try those low fat yogurts. I am also going to try to limit the evening snacks as well. We'll see if that makes any kind of difference.
Saturday - Rest
Today is my rest day. I did better on the snacking too!
Sunday - Ran 3 miles
I love the Sumpter neighborhood. There are runners and walkers everywhere and everyone is so friendly. Running by Sumpter school and seeing the trees in their springy flowers reminded me of the last time I was running that street - the colored leaves were started to turn brown and fall. I was only weeks away from my running my second marathon.
The run went great. I think I like running Sunday afternoons because I know I don't have much to do on Sundays--I don't study, don't write articles, and don't clean. It's just take care of the kids and go to church. My mind is more relaxed. I was so driven to go outside and run this afternoon. Some Sundays are crazier especially when there's meetings, special events, or the kids are crazy. But not the case today. It was not rainy (not overly sunny but at least not rainy)and in the low
50's.
I'm going to register for the 5K in Lebanon this week.
Awesome 3000 Training Week #4
Sunday - Playing at church
Hailey always runs around after church and climbs the playground equipment. It was an atypical Sunday as I had an old friend visiting. It was a fun afternoon! But not much time to run.
Monday - Hailey ran 4 minutes, walked 2 minutes - three intervals
Kara and Derek were sleeping so we had to run around the house and church grounds. There was slight mist in the air, but it did not rain until later (thankfully). Hailey struggled again to make four minutes. I let her walk for 10-15 seconds after two minutes and that seemed to help. Her pace is still all over the place, but she is getting more comfortable with running for longer periods of time. She was complaining of a side ache so we'll try drinking more water beforehand and in between intervals. I am glad we completed it though! She's doing good.
Tuesday - Hailey ran 4 minutes, walked 2 minutes - three intervals. Hailey also did 30 minutes of swim lessons and biked for about 10-15 minutes
It was tough again for Hailey today, but she really pushed through it and did not complain very much. I told her if she ran really good and did not complain, we'd go to Big Five later in the afternoon and buy swim goggles. Justin let her use swim goggles at her last lesson and she loved them. She really wants her own. We told her she could not get them until she was better with putting her face in the water and was in lessons longer. So we did go out around 5 to get goggles and she picked up a nice colorful pair.
I had a little bit of a scare. I thought it would be perfect to have Hailey run laps around the house while I played with Derek and Kara in the backyard. It worked at first, but I realized Hailey was doing the thing where she runs 15-20 seconds really fast and then quits and complains of being too tired. She really needed me to coach her. She kept tripping on the roots in the front yard (and then I think she was starting to make herself trip). I went to the front yard to help her and was gone only 15 seconds or so. When I got to the backyard Kara was gone. I hit the panic button. It's one thing when Derek wanders off. He's three. He knows he's not supposed to. You call him and he comes. But Kara is 1 1/2 and has no concept of traffic (we don't live on a very busy road, but there are cars that periodically come by) and does not respond when you call her since she's still learning to talk. She is starting to escape out the back gate all the time. You can't take your eyes off her for even a few seconds. I should not have risked it even for those few seconds. I started yelling at Hailey to find Kara. Thankfully she was right by the garage and I found her right away...she was not in any dangerous spot or anything. I decided this running around the house was not going to work and Kara needed to be contained.
So I put Kara in her pink car and Hailey and I ran around the parking lot and the church grounds. I pushed Kara and she always likes the ride. Derek ran a little with us and then waited for us on the church playground. It was a much safer solution. Hailey did really well. I know this is really challenging for her and I honestly don't know how this race is going to go for her. But it is something we're doing together and I almost wish someone would have done this with me (though kids races weren't not nearly as big in the 1980's). It might have kept me from quitting track which I still regret to this day.
I am doing the 5K in Lebanon in a few weeks. I am not as trained right now as I could be. But I'm doing it for Hailey so she can see a race in action. I really want her to know that she's not the only one pushing herself and training for something. Also seeing Hailey swim this afternoon, then run, and later bike made me long to do a triathlon. I REALLY want to do one and it will be so much more planning and effort than a running race. I need a bike and access to a pool and probably 6-8 swim lessons. It is not possible right now, but someday I hope it will be.
Wednesday - Hailey and Derek did hills.
We ran up the Hrubetz Road hill to Liberty past Liberty Bar and Grill--up and down twice with little rests in between. Hailey ran the whole way and was very confident. She did awesome. Derek ran/walked. I honestly don't think it was challenging enough for her and we need to do a steeper hill. :) She wants to run at the new park on Mildred once we get better weather.
Thursday - Hailey ran 5 minutes, walked about a minute, and ran another 5 minutes followed by walking. She also swam swim lessons for 30 minutes. She biked four about 10-15 minutes.
The running today was a much tougher workout for Hailey. She really struggled. She wanted to quit again after one minute and was struggling, groaning, hardly moving during most of the run. Her confidence was so low today and she got choked up at one point. She also got kind of frustrated with me at another point. She kept saying she just wants to run as fast as she can. I was trying to explain it to her she cannot hold that pace for very long. Hailey is my child who likes to argue the opposite of what I say even though she knows I am right. With other issues I have just said, "OK, you can think that. Not going to argue anymore." Rob is the same way. Must be a Toornstra thing. I let her run as fast as she wanted at one point and she could only 30 seconds or so. I think she understood what I meant that you have to maintain a pace. It was a little frustrating and discouraging, but I tried to keep it together and be very encouraging as well as patient. 5 minutes is a long time for a 5 year old to run. We did 10 second walks after around 2 minutes. She really did stick with it. She understood it was tough workout and she probably did not do as best as she could. She said she still wants to try it again and run on Saturday.
I don't care if she runs the whole way in the race or even walks a big part of it. I just don't want her to give up and quit right away or drop out halfway through. I have been trying to explain that to her. I know we still have a few more weeks to go. I think the continued training and consistency is going to help. We all have bad running days. I cannot explain it to always go smoothly or even be fun all the time.
Friday - Hailey rested today
She deserved it! We did have good weather today so could play ball and run around the backyard. Hailey also worked in the garden with Rob.
Saturday - Hailey ran 5 minutes, walked 1 minute, ran 5 minutes
Hailey did awesome! She ran her longest yet--three minutes non-stop. For the five minute intervals, I let her do 10-15 second walks and then run again. We ran at Woodmansee Park on the trails and she loved it! She liked running across the bridges and through the woods. I think she is intimidated running on the street and she doesn't really like it. I was thankful Rob wanted to be out at the park this evening. He played with Kara and Derek on the playground while we ran. I am also thankful we had good weather today too. Hailey was way more confident today and did not complain at all. She also wants to run alone now and not cling to me. We were running holding hands for awhile so she could pace better. She likes to run on her own now. I'm really proud of her!
Hailey always runs around after church and climbs the playground equipment. It was an atypical Sunday as I had an old friend visiting. It was a fun afternoon! But not much time to run.
Monday - Hailey ran 4 minutes, walked 2 minutes - three intervals
Kara and Derek were sleeping so we had to run around the house and church grounds. There was slight mist in the air, but it did not rain until later (thankfully). Hailey struggled again to make four minutes. I let her walk for 10-15 seconds after two minutes and that seemed to help. Her pace is still all over the place, but she is getting more comfortable with running for longer periods of time. She was complaining of a side ache so we'll try drinking more water beforehand and in between intervals. I am glad we completed it though! She's doing good.
Tuesday - Hailey ran 4 minutes, walked 2 minutes - three intervals. Hailey also did 30 minutes of swim lessons and biked for about 10-15 minutes
It was tough again for Hailey today, but she really pushed through it and did not complain very much. I told her if she ran really good and did not complain, we'd go to Big Five later in the afternoon and buy swim goggles. Justin let her use swim goggles at her last lesson and she loved them. She really wants her own. We told her she could not get them until she was better with putting her face in the water and was in lessons longer. So we did go out around 5 to get goggles and she picked up a nice colorful pair.
I had a little bit of a scare. I thought it would be perfect to have Hailey run laps around the house while I played with Derek and Kara in the backyard. It worked at first, but I realized Hailey was doing the thing where she runs 15-20 seconds really fast and then quits and complains of being too tired. She really needed me to coach her. She kept tripping on the roots in the front yard (and then I think she was starting to make herself trip). I went to the front yard to help her and was gone only 15 seconds or so. When I got to the backyard Kara was gone. I hit the panic button. It's one thing when Derek wanders off. He's three. He knows he's not supposed to. You call him and he comes. But Kara is 1 1/2 and has no concept of traffic (we don't live on a very busy road, but there are cars that periodically come by) and does not respond when you call her since she's still learning to talk. She is starting to escape out the back gate all the time. You can't take your eyes off her for even a few seconds. I should not have risked it even for those few seconds. I started yelling at Hailey to find Kara. Thankfully she was right by the garage and I found her right away...she was not in any dangerous spot or anything. I decided this running around the house was not going to work and Kara needed to be contained.
So I put Kara in her pink car and Hailey and I ran around the parking lot and the church grounds. I pushed Kara and she always likes the ride. Derek ran a little with us and then waited for us on the church playground. It was a much safer solution. Hailey did really well. I know this is really challenging for her and I honestly don't know how this race is going to go for her. But it is something we're doing together and I almost wish someone would have done this with me (though kids races weren't not nearly as big in the 1980's). It might have kept me from quitting track which I still regret to this day.
I am doing the 5K in Lebanon in a few weeks. I am not as trained right now as I could be. But I'm doing it for Hailey so she can see a race in action. I really want her to know that she's not the only one pushing herself and training for something. Also seeing Hailey swim this afternoon, then run, and later bike made me long to do a triathlon. I REALLY want to do one and it will be so much more planning and effort than a running race. I need a bike and access to a pool and probably 6-8 swim lessons. It is not possible right now, but someday I hope it will be.
Wednesday - Hailey and Derek did hills.
We ran up the Hrubetz Road hill to Liberty past Liberty Bar and Grill--up and down twice with little rests in between. Hailey ran the whole way and was very confident. She did awesome. Derek ran/walked. I honestly don't think it was challenging enough for her and we need to do a steeper hill. :) She wants to run at the new park on Mildred once we get better weather.
Thursday - Hailey ran 5 minutes, walked about a minute, and ran another 5 minutes followed by walking. She also swam swim lessons for 30 minutes. She biked four about 10-15 minutes.
The running today was a much tougher workout for Hailey. She really struggled. She wanted to quit again after one minute and was struggling, groaning, hardly moving during most of the run. Her confidence was so low today and she got choked up at one point. She also got kind of frustrated with me at another point. She kept saying she just wants to run as fast as she can. I was trying to explain it to her she cannot hold that pace for very long. Hailey is my child who likes to argue the opposite of what I say even though she knows I am right. With other issues I have just said, "OK, you can think that. Not going to argue anymore." Rob is the same way. Must be a Toornstra thing. I let her run as fast as she wanted at one point and she could only 30 seconds or so. I think she understood what I meant that you have to maintain a pace. It was a little frustrating and discouraging, but I tried to keep it together and be very encouraging as well as patient. 5 minutes is a long time for a 5 year old to run. We did 10 second walks after around 2 minutes. She really did stick with it. She understood it was tough workout and she probably did not do as best as she could. She said she still wants to try it again and run on Saturday.
I don't care if she runs the whole way in the race or even walks a big part of it. I just don't want her to give up and quit right away or drop out halfway through. I have been trying to explain that to her. I know we still have a few more weeks to go. I think the continued training and consistency is going to help. We all have bad running days. I cannot explain it to always go smoothly or even be fun all the time.
Friday - Hailey rested today
She deserved it! We did have good weather today so could play ball and run around the backyard. Hailey also worked in the garden with Rob.
Saturday - Hailey ran 5 minutes, walked 1 minute, ran 5 minutes
Hailey did awesome! She ran her longest yet--three minutes non-stop. For the five minute intervals, I let her do 10-15 second walks and then run again. We ran at Woodmansee Park on the trails and she loved it! She liked running across the bridges and through the woods. I think she is intimidated running on the street and she doesn't really like it. I was thankful Rob wanted to be out at the park this evening. He played with Kara and Derek on the playground while we ran. I am also thankful we had good weather today too. Hailey was way more confident today and did not complain at all. She also wants to run alone now and not cling to me. We were running holding hands for awhile so she could pace better. She likes to run on her own now. I'm really proud of her!
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