After a tough couple of weeks, I got to stay in town which helped with training. Even given that, I still struggled this week because I was physically tired (probably from training and traveling). Then I was battling a cold carrying over from Mexico. Sucks! Needless to say, I got most of my workouts in...
Mon: No swim (was TOO tired to make it out of bed), but ran 40 mins
Tues: Spin Class (70 min), no run (Patrick forgot his shoes)
Wed: Missed the morning swim class, but made it up by going to the 6:30pm swim class
Thur: Intended to run 8 miles... the GPS showed 9.6 when we came in.
Fri: In an effort to be proactive about this weekend's travel, I opted to "skip" the "day off" and moved my long run up to Friday... you know you went far when you started in Irvine and ended in Costa Mesa at the Backbay... 12 miles (2 hours) & a nasty blister!
Sat: unfortunately the San Clemente Challenge was canceled, but our group managed to clock in 4 hours with a long Santiago Canyon ride. It was tough and all of us wanted it DONE. No time for a run due to our personal obligations... I had to babysit in Redlands. Got it in though!
Sun: Day off... drove back from Redlands, on the plane for Omaha.
Nutrition: HORRIBLE! I feel on the brink of a nervous breakdown. Too much going on with work, travel, family obligations and of course, training. I'm tired and eating horribly.
Heartrate: I'm happy with. I went a bit too fast Thursday and suffered Friday
Why "flirting with disaster"?
I am struggling with the schedule due to my work obligations. This week I was a bit burnt out because I had spent so much energy trying to get my workouts in when I was in Mexico... that I was "finished" and wanted to take things easy when I got back. So, I missed Monday's Swim, then didn't stay as disciplined with my runs... I need to say "no" to things and really put my training in the forefront. I'm slipping and I'm scared it will get out of control.
Mentally, I need to stay in the game! Slow down and get sleep, try to relax and do the best I can when traveling... particularily this week when I travel again for work.
Goals this week (Recovery!!!!!):
Mon: Swim (60 min)
Tues: Bike (70 min) and run (20 min)
Wed: Swim (60 min)& Bike (60 min)
Thurs: Run (40-60 min) & Core Performace (30 min)
Fri: Day Off
Sat: Run (60-80 min) & Bike (60 min)
Sun: Bike (120-180 min) & Run (15-20 min) & Core class (60 min)
Events to consider: travel for work, left Sunday night and am in Omaha for Sun-Tues (BTW, no pool at the hotel), and then onto Fresno Tues-Thur. Come back Thursday night. Then Saturday, Mom's B-day party...
Nutrition: Really try to cut back on sweets... and junk food!
FOCUS and get back into the game! Don't let this lead you down the path to slacking! Just because you are recovering, doesn't mean you can skip workouts!!!! And eat right! Damn it!
Wednesday, April 25, 2007
Tuesday, April 24, 2007
Weeks 5 & 6-Challenges of Training & Traveling
Sorry, very far behind. Life kicked up a notch and I'm trying to play catch up. Here's what I had for the past two weeks:
Week 5: RECOVERY! Woo Hoo!
Mon: I took the day off from work to relax. Swam (60 min) & Deep tissue massage. Mary killed me especially the quads, abductors and inside left foot by the achilles. Plus, she worked my forearms and hands due to some numbness I feel in my fingers while riding.
Tues: Last day of Speed Clinic (70 min) & run (12 min)
Wed: Swam (60 min)
Thurs: Took off due to hung over! Out with Mita last night
Fri: Day off
Sat: Ran 10 miles with group, then rushed to nephew's b-day party (running around crazy... multitasking at it's best!)
Sun: Rode 46 miles (3 hours) no time for run due to Casey's baptism
Heartrate: Looks good
Nutrition: Ok, after going out Wednesday night, it went down hill
Overall, I'm running ragged. I had a slammed week trying to prepare for Mexico and having family obligations both Saturday and Sunday. I managed to get all but two runs in so I feel ok about my week.
Week 6
Mon: In Dallas, and got up to swim (60 min) Very Proud!
Tues: Bike (70 min) & Run (20 min)
Wed: Swam (60 min)
Thurs: No time to run, and starting to get sick
Fri: Day off. Coming back from Cozumel and still sick
Sat: Ran 10 miles, then took it easy by running errands
Sun: Rode 48 miles (3 1/2 hours, short of what should have been), then ran (30 min). Off to Gourmet Group...
Heartrate: Seems good
Nutrition: Horrible while in Mexico... no more guacamole!
Life is crazy and I'm really running myself down! I need to take advantage of my "down" time.
Goals Next week:
Mon: Swim (60 min)
Tues: Ride (70 min) & Run (20 min)
Wed: Swim (60 min)
Thur: Run (60-80 min) & Core class
Fri: Run (100-120 min) since out of town Sat night to sunday I need to move my long run
Sat: Long Ride (4 1/2 hours) & 30 run, then off to Redlands to babysit!
Sun: Leave for Omaha for work-off day or get in core workout
Try to maintain some sanity this week and eat right!
Week 5: RECOVERY! Woo Hoo!
Mon: I took the day off from work to relax. Swam (60 min) & Deep tissue massage. Mary killed me especially the quads, abductors and inside left foot by the achilles. Plus, she worked my forearms and hands due to some numbness I feel in my fingers while riding.
Tues: Last day of Speed Clinic (70 min) & run (12 min)
Wed: Swam (60 min)
Thurs: Took off due to hung over! Out with Mita last night
Fri: Day off
Sat: Ran 10 miles with group, then rushed to nephew's b-day party (running around crazy... multitasking at it's best!)
Sun: Rode 46 miles (3 hours) no time for run due to Casey's baptism
Heartrate: Looks good
Nutrition: Ok, after going out Wednesday night, it went down hill
Overall, I'm running ragged. I had a slammed week trying to prepare for Mexico and having family obligations both Saturday and Sunday. I managed to get all but two runs in so I feel ok about my week.
Week 6
Mon: In Dallas, and got up to swim (60 min) Very Proud!
Tues: Bike (70 min) & Run (20 min)
Wed: Swam (60 min)
Thurs: No time to run, and starting to get sick
Fri: Day off. Coming back from Cozumel and still sick
Sat: Ran 10 miles, then took it easy by running errands
Sun: Rode 48 miles (3 1/2 hours, short of what should have been), then ran (30 min). Off to Gourmet Group...
Heartrate: Seems good
Nutrition: Horrible while in Mexico... no more guacamole!
Life is crazy and I'm really running myself down! I need to take advantage of my "down" time.
Goals Next week:
Mon: Swim (60 min)
Tues: Ride (70 min) & Run (20 min)
Wed: Swim (60 min)
Thur: Run (60-80 min) & Core class
Fri: Run (100-120 min) since out of town Sat night to sunday I need to move my long run
Sat: Long Ride (4 1/2 hours) & 30 run, then off to Redlands to babysit!
Sun: Leave for Omaha for work-off day or get in core workout
Try to maintain some sanity this week and eat right!
Friday, April 06, 2007
Week 4-Racing with Purpose!
Felt good overall this week. Had some challenges getting my workouts in due to other obligations (birthdays and Easter), but it just took some "super" multitasking and I could participate in it all.
Last weekend I decided to raise money for a cause and am working towards raising $2000 towards the challenged athlete's foundation. I'm nervous because I don't want to fail a foundation that I find so inspiring. Plus the simple act of asking people for money is hard. But if I raise even $100 for them, I'll be happy!
This week's accomplishments:
Mon: Swim (70 min)
Tues: Speed Clinic (70 min) & Brick (12 min)
Wed: Swim (70 min)
Thur: Run (50 min)
Fri: Off
Sat: Run (96 min)
Sun (Easter!): Bike (225 min) & Brick (15 min)
Nutrition: I did bad! I've lost 5 lbs and am still treking towards losing 5 more. The lighter I am, the easier it will be on the bike/run. However, Thur-Sun, I was not good about my sugar intake nor my portions. I just can't seem to be satisfied eating what I'm eating. This leads me to visit "Rosa's Candy Bowl" at work... not once, not twice but three times a day (and we are talking a handful of candy each time!). I'll play around with this some more. But Thursday, I had Sprinkles and felt sick from the sugar overload! And Saturday and Sunday were family holidays... ate too much!
Heartrate: I'm doing very well with this!
Injuries: I healed nicely from my hammie strain. Now, it's time to keep healthy.
Next Week's Goals:
Mon: Swim (70 min) & maybe a run (I added this)
Tues: Ride (70 min) & Brick (20 min)
Wed: Swim (70 min)
Thurs: Run (40-60 min) & Core Class (50 min)
Fri: Off
Sat: Run (50-70 min) & ride (I added this)
Sun: Ride (120-180 min) & Core Class (50 min)
Nutrition: Lose 1-2 lbs, watch the sugar intake, continue with no carbs at night, and watch portions! I need to get some control.
Looking forward to the recovery week. I'm tired lately, but trying to keep my spirits up! 4 weeks down and only 20 more weeks to go!
Last weekend I decided to raise money for a cause and am working towards raising $2000 towards the challenged athlete's foundation. I'm nervous because I don't want to fail a foundation that I find so inspiring. Plus the simple act of asking people for money is hard. But if I raise even $100 for them, I'll be happy!
This week's accomplishments:
Mon: Swim (70 min)
Tues: Speed Clinic (70 min) & Brick (12 min)
Wed: Swim (70 min)
Thur: Run (50 min)
Fri: Off
Sat: Run (96 min)
Sun (Easter!): Bike (225 min) & Brick (15 min)
Nutrition: I did bad! I've lost 5 lbs and am still treking towards losing 5 more. The lighter I am, the easier it will be on the bike/run. However, Thur-Sun, I was not good about my sugar intake nor my portions. I just can't seem to be satisfied eating what I'm eating. This leads me to visit "Rosa's Candy Bowl" at work... not once, not twice but three times a day (and we are talking a handful of candy each time!). I'll play around with this some more. But Thursday, I had Sprinkles and felt sick from the sugar overload! And Saturday and Sunday were family holidays... ate too much!
Heartrate: I'm doing very well with this!
Injuries: I healed nicely from my hammie strain. Now, it's time to keep healthy.
Next Week's Goals:
Mon: Swim (70 min) & maybe a run (I added this)
Tues: Ride (70 min) & Brick (20 min)
Wed: Swim (70 min)
Thurs: Run (40-60 min) & Core Class (50 min)
Fri: Off
Sat: Run (50-70 min) & ride (I added this)
Sun: Ride (120-180 min) & Core Class (50 min)
Nutrition: Lose 1-2 lbs, watch the sugar intake, continue with no carbs at night, and watch portions! I need to get some control.
Looking forward to the recovery week. I'm tired lately, but trying to keep my spirits up! 4 weeks down and only 20 more weeks to go!
Wednesday, March 28, 2007
Week 3-Tired!
This week was a tiring week. I feel the wear of the long hours. I'm still having a blast though. My hamstring seems to be on the mend and I'm more careful with it. My nutrition is HORRIBLE! I crave food starting at 3pm. I just can't seem to get enough to satisfy me. I'm no fool. I know I need calories, but I'm eating handfuls of candy... bad choices and this is what I'm beating myself up over.
Like for instance, after the ride on Sunday, I ate my entree and a ton of chips. Did I really need that? No! And Friday night I craved Easter Candy... why did I need to eat half the bag?? Only to have my stomach supremely upset because of the chocolate and red wine combo.
Anyway, there is a huge opportunity to improve. Even a small change would make progress.
This week's accomplishments:
Mon: Swim (60 min)
Tues: Speed Clinic (70 Min) & Run (12 min)
Wed: Swim (60 min), Bike (50 Min)
Thur: Core (50 min) & Run (77 min)
Fri: Off
Sat: Run (80 min)
Sun: Bike (4 hours or 59 miles!) & Run (20 Min)
Nutrition Update: Like I said abobe, I've been eating a lot of sugar.... craving it like I did as a kid. Tues, I couldn't get enough of it and pretty much substituted candy for dinner. Bad!
Heartrate: I stayed in heartrate for the most part. I'm just tired from the number of hours and waking up early. I'm trying to make sure I get enough sleep and rest.
Unfortunately, I had a migraine this week. It wasn't a full fledge migraine, but it did affect my workout Thursday night. It came on around 5pm and then I went home and ran my "speed" workout of 8 miles. It was horrible, but I was so proud of myself for still being devoted. Only thing is I need to figure out why??
Goals Next Week:
Mon: Swim (60 min)
Tues: Bike (70 min), Run (15-20 min)
Wed: Swim (60 min), Bike (60-90 min)
Thur: Core Class (50 min), Run (40-60 min)
Fri: Off
Sat (Lisa's B-day): Run (80-100 min), Bike (60-90 min)
Sun (Easter): Ride (180-240 min), Run (15-20 min)
Nutrition: cut back on sweets. Be more conscious of the sugar intake and STOP!
Heartrate: Continue to keep within heartrate zone
Treat: Mon, 4/9 I get a massage!
Like for instance, after the ride on Sunday, I ate my entree and a ton of chips. Did I really need that? No! And Friday night I craved Easter Candy... why did I need to eat half the bag?? Only to have my stomach supremely upset because of the chocolate and red wine combo.
Anyway, there is a huge opportunity to improve. Even a small change would make progress.
This week's accomplishments:
Mon: Swim (60 min)
Tues: Speed Clinic (70 Min) & Run (12 min)
Wed: Swim (60 min), Bike (50 Min)
Thur: Core (50 min) & Run (77 min)
Fri: Off
Sat: Run (80 min)
Sun: Bike (4 hours or 59 miles!) & Run (20 Min)
Nutrition Update: Like I said abobe, I've been eating a lot of sugar.... craving it like I did as a kid. Tues, I couldn't get enough of it and pretty much substituted candy for dinner. Bad!
Heartrate: I stayed in heartrate for the most part. I'm just tired from the number of hours and waking up early. I'm trying to make sure I get enough sleep and rest.
Unfortunately, I had a migraine this week. It wasn't a full fledge migraine, but it did affect my workout Thursday night. It came on around 5pm and then I went home and ran my "speed" workout of 8 miles. It was horrible, but I was so proud of myself for still being devoted. Only thing is I need to figure out why??
Goals Next Week:
Mon: Swim (60 min)
Tues: Bike (70 min), Run (15-20 min)
Wed: Swim (60 min), Bike (60-90 min)
Thur: Core Class (50 min), Run (40-60 min)
Fri: Off
Sat (Lisa's B-day): Run (80-100 min), Bike (60-90 min)
Sun (Easter): Ride (180-240 min), Run (15-20 min)
Nutrition: cut back on sweets. Be more conscious of the sugar intake and STOP!
Heartrate: Continue to keep within heartrate zone
Treat: Mon, 4/9 I get a massage!
Sunday, March 25, 2007
Week 2-Stupid girl
Do as I say and not as I do... First injury of training-the pulled hamstring. So, running the LA Marathon, then doing the 1/2 Century the next weekend, then jumping into Ironman training... and adding a Fartlek wasn't smart! I should have listened to myself when I tell my runners to take it easy and don't over do it.
Injury--- My fault!
Week 2 accomplishments:
Mon: Swim (75 min)
Tues: Speed Clinic (about 120 min), run (12 min)
Wed: Swim (75 min), Run (60 min-The Imfamous Fartleks)
Thurs: Off-life busy & rest
Fri: off (rest)
Sat: Long Run (55 min)
Sun: Long Ride (216 min), run (20 min), Massage to help the leg
Nutrition Update: Did well with the no carbs after 4pm, except Friday. Went to El Matador and had tacos, beans, chips... then a brainstorming and had more mexican food. Saturday night had too many calories while babysitting. Had wine on Thursday and Friday . However, I did eat right on the long bike (200-250 calories/hour).
Bike Calories:
To start-Oatmeal, Cottage Cheese & raisins; Coffee with milk
During: (2) Motortabs, (2) scoops of Carbopro, (4) Fig Newtons, (1) bottle of water, (1) package of Sports Beans
After: 1/2 Bagel and light cream cheese with tomatoe, large coffee with milk (was full from ride/run still)
Heartrate: Still was too high for my training. On the bike I was better but we went flat so it was easy to maintain.
Week 3 goals:
Mon: Swim (75 min)
Tues: Speed Clinic (about 120 min), Run (15-20 min)
Wed: Swim (75 min), Bike (60-90 min)
Thur: Run (60-80 min), Core Class (50 min)
Fri: off
Sat: Run (70-90 min), Bike (60-90)
Sun: Bike (180-210), Run (15-20), Core (50 min)
Nutrition: Continue to watch proportions, and avoid "empty calories". Eat meals that are pre cooked. No wine on weekdays.
Heartrate: Really concentrate on lowering the heartrate.
Stretching/Icing: Need to take care of my hammie!! Ice and massage and gingerly stretching. Goal of healing fast!
Injury--- My fault!
Week 2 accomplishments:
Mon: Swim (75 min)
Tues: Speed Clinic (about 120 min), run (12 min)
Wed: Swim (75 min), Run (60 min-The Imfamous Fartleks)
Thurs: Off-life busy & rest
Fri: off (rest)
Sat: Long Run (55 min)
Sun: Long Ride (216 min), run (20 min), Massage to help the leg
Nutrition Update: Did well with the no carbs after 4pm, except Friday. Went to El Matador and had tacos, beans, chips... then a brainstorming and had more mexican food. Saturday night had too many calories while babysitting. Had wine on Thursday and Friday . However, I did eat right on the long bike (200-250 calories/hour).
Bike Calories:
To start-Oatmeal, Cottage Cheese & raisins; Coffee with milk
During: (2) Motortabs, (2) scoops of Carbopro, (4) Fig Newtons, (1) bottle of water, (1) package of Sports Beans
After: 1/2 Bagel and light cream cheese with tomatoe, large coffee with milk (was full from ride/run still)
Heartrate: Still was too high for my training. On the bike I was better but we went flat so it was easy to maintain.
Week 3 goals:
Mon: Swim (75 min)
Tues: Speed Clinic (about 120 min), Run (15-20 min)
Wed: Swim (75 min), Bike (60-90 min)
Thur: Run (60-80 min), Core Class (50 min)
Fri: off
Sat: Run (70-90 min), Bike (60-90)
Sun: Bike (180-210), Run (15-20), Core (50 min)
Nutrition: Continue to watch proportions, and avoid "empty calories". Eat meals that are pre cooked. No wine on weekdays.
Heartrate: Really concentrate on lowering the heartrate.
Stretching/Icing: Need to take care of my hammie!! Ice and massage and gingerly stretching. Goal of healing fast!
Friday, March 16, 2007
Week 1-Getting up to 'speed'
Overall I'd rate my success this week with workouts as a 8 (1-10, 10 being great). I got most of the workouts in except Monday, because we were traveling. Then I was able to some of the optional workouts in as well.
Mon: Official Day of Training! Traveling back from Solvang-no workout
Tues: Speed Clinic (120 min) & Brick run (15 min)
Wed: Swim (60 min)-cramping in the legs, had to get out of the pool
Thur: Core Class (about 50 min) & Run (67 mins)
Fri: Off
Sat: Run (82 min), easy trainer ride (40 min)
Sun: Rode (184 min) south through Laguna Beach, Dana Point, San Clemente and back to hit Newport Coast once. Then off the bike and out for a Run (about 20 min). I might do Core class tonight. I bonked on the run because I didn't have enough calories on the bike... remember the lessons you learned first round and try to not make the same mistakes. that means 200 calories per hour... need to bulk up since I only had about 250 total on the 3 hour ride... bad!
Feel good. Legs are tight from the Speed Clinic which is hard. I hate going anaerobic... which is why I love distance training... so this class is tough. I actually love the short run after the ride and recruited a few people to join me (I was a little scared doing it in the dark by myself).
Back in the pool. Yikes! That was tough, but I stuck to it for most of the practice. We completed 2100 meters. My toes and abductor started tightening up (most likely because I was dehydrated and from Speed Clinic). My goal this coming week is to really pay attention to stretching so I can prevent this (hopefully).
Nutrition Update: Back down 2.0 Lbs and started eating better for me. This week no starches after 4pm (per my bike coach), and more healthy choices.
Heartrate: Kinda high probably because I'm still in recovery. Goal to keep within my zone.
Week 2's goals:
Mon: Swim (75 min)
Tues: Speed Clinic (about 120 min), run (15-20 min)
Wed: Swim (75 min), Ride (60-90 min)
Thurs: Run (60-80 min), core class (50 min)
Fri: off
Sat: Long Run (70-90 min), Easy trainer ride (60-90 min)
Sun: Long Ride (150-210 min), run (15-20 min), core class (50 min)
Nutrition: Continue with no carbs after 4pm and no wine on weekdays & eat right on the long bike (200-250 calories/hour)
Heartrate: Focus on zone I need to be in (scared to overtrain!)
Mon: Official Day of Training! Traveling back from Solvang-no workout
Tues: Speed Clinic (120 min) & Brick run (15 min)
Wed: Swim (60 min)-cramping in the legs, had to get out of the pool
Thur: Core Class (about 50 min) & Run (67 mins)
Fri: Off
Sat: Run (82 min), easy trainer ride (40 min)
Sun: Rode (184 min) south through Laguna Beach, Dana Point, San Clemente and back to hit Newport Coast once. Then off the bike and out for a Run (about 20 min). I might do Core class tonight. I bonked on the run because I didn't have enough calories on the bike... remember the lessons you learned first round and try to not make the same mistakes. that means 200 calories per hour... need to bulk up since I only had about 250 total on the 3 hour ride... bad!
Feel good. Legs are tight from the Speed Clinic which is hard. I hate going anaerobic... which is why I love distance training... so this class is tough. I actually love the short run after the ride and recruited a few people to join me (I was a little scared doing it in the dark by myself).
Back in the pool. Yikes! That was tough, but I stuck to it for most of the practice. We completed 2100 meters. My toes and abductor started tightening up (most likely because I was dehydrated and from Speed Clinic). My goal this coming week is to really pay attention to stretching so I can prevent this (hopefully).
Nutrition Update: Back down 2.0 Lbs and started eating better for me. This week no starches after 4pm (per my bike coach), and more healthy choices.
Heartrate: Kinda high probably because I'm still in recovery. Goal to keep within my zone.
Week 2's goals:
Mon: Swim (75 min)
Tues: Speed Clinic (about 120 min), run (15-20 min)
Wed: Swim (75 min), Ride (60-90 min)
Thurs: Run (60-80 min), core class (50 min)
Fri: off
Sat: Long Run (70-90 min), Easy trainer ride (60-90 min)
Sun: Long Ride (150-210 min), run (15-20 min), core class (50 min)
Nutrition: Continue with no carbs after 4pm and no wine on weekdays & eat right on the long bike (200-250 calories/hour)
Heartrate: Focus on zone I need to be in (scared to overtrain!)
Monday, March 12, 2007
Kicking off 6 months of training-Week 1
Starting today, I begin Ironman Training, officially! I'm excited and nervous. At the begining of any training program there is hope and anxiety for the race. It's very fresh and new, which helps to build that excitment. However, I am nervous for the amount of time and energy devoted to this. Ironman is no small goal. So, I need to keep my spirits up and my drive has to be strong. I don't want to poop out 3 months in and have to force myself through each workout.
I'm thankful to have a bunch of support. Not only do I have my family and friends behind me. But I also have my friend, Patrick, that will be going through the training with me. Not to mention, Elaine, Adrian, my runners and other triathletes to help on those long days.
So, here's to a safe and successful 6 months. Wish me luck!
This past week's accomplishments:
Monday: recovery from LA Marathon, walked 2 miles
Tues: I feel pretty good! Didn't exercise
Wed: Ran 2.5 miles, slow. Starting to come back
Thurs: Nothing
Fri: Left for Solvang
Sat: Solvang 1/2 Century (completed in about 3 1/2 hours). I'm not happy with my bike set up. My back started to hurt about 15 miles in. It was a tough ride, and my spirits deflated when I got dropped 10 miles in. I thought the Torture Clinic would have put me in better placement, but I guess LA Marathon took more out of me than expected.
Sun: Ran 5 miles easy. Felt good, but slow (I'm slow, not fragile).
Goals this week:
Mon: Swim (I've already missed this, but am getting a massage)
Tues: Speed Clinic (70 min intervals/ 3 min), Run (brick-15-20 min)
Wed: Swim (1:15), easy trainer ride (60-90 min)
Thur: Core class, 60-80 run (fartleks)
Fri: Run (? Swim ?), Yoga
Sat: Long Run 50-70, ride easy 60-90, yoga
Sun: Long ride 120-180 min, brick 15-20, swim
Cooked meals for the week. Aiming to lose some of the poundage I gained this weekend. No alcohol til weekend: 1 per hour of workout- no more.
I'm thankful to have a bunch of support. Not only do I have my family and friends behind me. But I also have my friend, Patrick, that will be going through the training with me. Not to mention, Elaine, Adrian, my runners and other triathletes to help on those long days.
So, here's to a safe and successful 6 months. Wish me luck!
This past week's accomplishments:
Monday: recovery from LA Marathon, walked 2 miles
Tues: I feel pretty good! Didn't exercise
Wed: Ran 2.5 miles, slow. Starting to come back
Thurs: Nothing
Fri: Left for Solvang
Sat: Solvang 1/2 Century (completed in about 3 1/2 hours). I'm not happy with my bike set up. My back started to hurt about 15 miles in. It was a tough ride, and my spirits deflated when I got dropped 10 miles in. I thought the Torture Clinic would have put me in better placement, but I guess LA Marathon took more out of me than expected.
Sun: Ran 5 miles easy. Felt good, but slow (I'm slow, not fragile).
Goals this week:
Mon: Swim (I've already missed this, but am getting a massage)
Tues: Speed Clinic (70 min intervals/ 3 min), Run (brick-15-20 min)
Wed: Swim (1:15), easy trainer ride (60-90 min)
Thur: Core class, 60-80 run (fartleks)
Fri: Run (? Swim ?), Yoga
Sat: Long Run 50-70, ride easy 60-90, yoga
Sun: Long ride 120-180 min, brick 15-20, swim
Cooked meals for the week. Aiming to lose some of the poundage I gained this weekend. No alcohol til weekend: 1 per hour of workout- no more.
Thursday, March 01, 2007
Count Down to LA Marathon
I've got one more week til I get to check off another goal. The LA Marathon coming up on Sunday, 3/4 is meant to toughen me up mentally. I must admit, I'm definitely ready to wind things down (only for a little while because I have Solvang 1/2 Century and, ultimately, Ironman). I don't plan to "race" Sunday but actually run with my 9:30-10 minute group. It's all about training for me!
Here is what I had this week leading up to LA:
Mon: 4 miles easy & Yoga class
Tues: 3 miles on the treadmill, a short core workout and then Torture Clinic**
**We did our BIGGEST ride-a 30 minute climb! Man, was that tough!! All that work should pay off at Solvang.
Wed: Off
Thurs: Core Class (Carl killed us again: 200 yard run, 5 push ups, 10 situps, and 15 lunges... as many as we circuits we could do in 20min. I had 11 circuits). Torture testing-this went bad. Not only did I gain weight, but my heartrate didn't change much due to the caffine I'd had that day. The coach was literally disappointed in me... and mentioned it several times. Sucked!
Fri: I took this off... resting up and carbo loaded with runners.
Sat: off
Sun: LA MARATHON!! This race was ok. I was disappointed in the narrow streets at the beginning, especially with 25,000+ runners. That made it hard to hold our pace (10/mile). I wanted simply to stick with the 10/mile runners since this was just a training run for me. We stuck together until mile 10-11, then lost 3 people to the bathrooms. Jim and I trekked along and then lost each other at mile 19. At mile 22 a nasty hill... it's the downhill that KILLED me. From there out, I need to dig deep mentally... this is EXACTLY what I set out to achieve this race. I pulled through despite the heat (80 degrees) and pain. I finished with the slowest time EVER: 4:38:21.
Now onto Solvang 1/2 century this weekend....
Here is what I had this week leading up to LA:
Mon: 4 miles easy & Yoga class
Tues: 3 miles on the treadmill, a short core workout and then Torture Clinic**
**We did our BIGGEST ride-a 30 minute climb! Man, was that tough!! All that work should pay off at Solvang.
Wed: Off
Thurs: Core Class (Carl killed us again: 200 yard run, 5 push ups, 10 situps, and 15 lunges... as many as we circuits we could do in 20min. I had 11 circuits). Torture testing-this went bad. Not only did I gain weight, but my heartrate didn't change much due to the caffine I'd had that day. The coach was literally disappointed in me... and mentioned it several times. Sucked!
Fri: I took this off... resting up and carbo loaded with runners.
Sat: off
Sun: LA MARATHON!! This race was ok. I was disappointed in the narrow streets at the beginning, especially with 25,000+ runners. That made it hard to hold our pace (10/mile). I wanted simply to stick with the 10/mile runners since this was just a training run for me. We stuck together until mile 10-11, then lost 3 people to the bathrooms. Jim and I trekked along and then lost each other at mile 19. At mile 22 a nasty hill... it's the downhill that KILLED me. From there out, I need to dig deep mentally... this is EXACTLY what I set out to achieve this race. I pulled through despite the heat (80 degrees) and pain. I finished with the slowest time EVER: 4:38:21.
Now onto Solvang 1/2 century this weekend....
Past few weeks
Here we go again...
Past few weeks workout log:
Mon, 2/12-easy 4 mile run. But I think I wanted to walk in after mile 3!
Tues 2/13-4 mile run & Torture Clinic for 1:20:00. Including getting my certificate on the rollers! (40 minutes all by myself on the rollers!)
Wed 2/14: Off!
Thurs 2/15: 4 miles, Off Season Core Training (Carl killed us with a circuit of kettlebells, burpies, sit ups, push ups, lunges and pull ups), Torture Clinic 1:20:00.
Fri 2/16: Off (Man! I'm tired!)
Sat 2/17: New Training group started so I only got 4 miles in. Darn! I should have gotten in 10.
Sun 2/18: Went to San Luis Opispo to visit friends...
Mon 2/19: Back from SLO, massage with Mary (not as bad as last visit, but she still had me off the table), and got in contact with an old friend, Adrian, who is doing Ironman New Zealand in a few weeks!
Tues 2/20: 4 miles easy, but I skipped Torture (first time!). Met up with Rick and Julie for dinner... they think I look burnt out. I gotta say, I'm ready for LA to be over with and Torture clinic to switch up.
Wed 2/21: 4 miles easy
Thurs 2/22: 4 miles & Torture clinic 1:20:00 (with a 24 minute climb!). My abductors were screaming!!!!
Fri 2/23: Off
Sat 2/24: 8 miles but was tired. Supposed to do 10 but didn't have it in me
Sun: Slept in until 10am! Man I needed it.
I just feel wiped out. Between LA Marathon, and Torture clinic I just feel like toast! My legs are strong, and I feel ok, but I'm just exhausted. I'm still trying to listen to my body and take care of myself (mostly through sleep and eating right).
Why the hell can't I get nutrition right??!! Too many empty calories, too little calories overall, no desire to eat the healthy food... etc!
Past few weeks workout log:
Mon, 2/12-easy 4 mile run. But I think I wanted to walk in after mile 3!
Tues 2/13-4 mile run & Torture Clinic for 1:20:00. Including getting my certificate on the rollers! (40 minutes all by myself on the rollers!)
Wed 2/14: Off!
Thurs 2/15: 4 miles, Off Season Core Training (Carl killed us with a circuit of kettlebells, burpies, sit ups, push ups, lunges and pull ups), Torture Clinic 1:20:00.
Fri 2/16: Off (Man! I'm tired!)
Sat 2/17: New Training group started so I only got 4 miles in. Darn! I should have gotten in 10.
Sun 2/18: Went to San Luis Opispo to visit friends...
Mon 2/19: Back from SLO, massage with Mary (not as bad as last visit, but she still had me off the table), and got in contact with an old friend, Adrian, who is doing Ironman New Zealand in a few weeks!
Tues 2/20: 4 miles easy, but I skipped Torture (first time!). Met up with Rick and Julie for dinner... they think I look burnt out. I gotta say, I'm ready for LA to be over with and Torture clinic to switch up.
Wed 2/21: 4 miles easy
Thurs 2/22: 4 miles & Torture clinic 1:20:00 (with a 24 minute climb!). My abductors were screaming!!!!
Fri 2/23: Off
Sat 2/24: 8 miles but was tired. Supposed to do 10 but didn't have it in me
Sun: Slept in until 10am! Man I needed it.
I just feel wiped out. Between LA Marathon, and Torture clinic I just feel like toast! My legs are strong, and I feel ok, but I'm just exhausted. I'm still trying to listen to my body and take care of myself (mostly through sleep and eating right).
Why the hell can't I get nutrition right??!! Too many empty calories, too little calories overall, no desire to eat the healthy food... etc!
Friday, February 09, 2007
Back on track
This week felt good! I feel back on track with training, but it was an eye opener that with training, I need sleep, to eat well and look out for me!
I've started to say "no". No, I can't do Girl's Weekend in Palm Springs because it's during training. No, I can't go out for drinks tonight because I am SO tired and have a long run tomorrow morning. No, I'm not drinking right now. Hopefully they will understand like they always do.
Anyway, here is how this week panned out...
Mon: 4 miles SLOW. I was tired from the run on Sunday and actually, physically wanted to walk back to work by mile 3. But I'm glad I did it because I think it saved me on recovery.
Tues: Torture Clinic. Felt sluggish here too. We did Erg then trainer. My bike seat was SO uncomfortable that it wasn't a good night.
Wed: 3.5 miles on the treadmill. I felt ok, but still tired and was bored because I thought it was supposed to rain
Thur: Did the core workout in the morning. It was a circuit training session and kicked my butt! Starting to feel a cold coming on-throat on fire and red. Constantly cold at work, ended up doing Torture Clinic for 85 miles. Started with rollers and I rode by myself (using a trashcan) for 40 mins! But by the time I hit the erg, I was struggling! I hope it's due to the race and sickness. Otherwise it might be from trying to do the "detox" (no alcohol, no processed foods, no baked good, no nutrition bars, white fish or grilled chicken, fresh veggies and fruits, and only whole grain wheat products) and not getting enough calories in.
Fri: Day off! Slept 9.5 hours to try and kick the cold before it come on. Then came home early from work to sleep 1/2 hour.
Sat: Ran 16 miles! This is the last long run before LA Marathon. It should have been 22 miles but I think the nutrition program zapped my energy. I didn't have enough calories, no more water on me and was exhausted (bonking). I turned around and knew when to call it. Now it's taper time!
Sun: Suppose to ride, but due to rain didn't do anything but sleep in as far as the bike. Did do my core training class and got retested to see how I progressed.
Tapering for LA will be nice. I wanted to get this in so I would be mentally prepared for Ironman. The last marathon I ran was Chicago in 2002 (Ironman 2004 didn't count since it was all three). So, this is part of my preparation.
Then the Torture Clinic is helping prep me for Solvang 1/2 the weekend after LA. I love that this class has gotten me in shape. The next session is the "Speed Clinic" and I have yet to decide if I'll take it. My Core Class technically finished and in order to continue with it, I need to be involved with Multisport. I'm disappointed that it requires me to sign up with a group I can never train with (their practices tailor more for a stay at home mom with no children). But this year I said I'd do what it takes to get prepared for Ironman.... so I'll sign up. Maybe I can do the trainer session with Mike, some track workouts in Irvine and then of course the swimming and Core Training.
This week's goals:
Mon: Run, yoga
Tues: Torture Clinic, Core work
Wed: Run
Thurs: Core, Run, and Torture Clinic
Fri: Off
Sat: 10 miles
Sun: Might be out of town with friends.
Try to lose another pound and stop the detox phase of nutrition-it obviously killed me.
I've started to say "no". No, I can't do Girl's Weekend in Palm Springs because it's during training. No, I can't go out for drinks tonight because I am SO tired and have a long run tomorrow morning. No, I'm not drinking right now. Hopefully they will understand like they always do.
Anyway, here is how this week panned out...
Mon: 4 miles SLOW. I was tired from the run on Sunday and actually, physically wanted to walk back to work by mile 3. But I'm glad I did it because I think it saved me on recovery.
Tues: Torture Clinic. Felt sluggish here too. We did Erg then trainer. My bike seat was SO uncomfortable that it wasn't a good night.
Wed: 3.5 miles on the treadmill. I felt ok, but still tired and was bored because I thought it was supposed to rain
Thur: Did the core workout in the morning. It was a circuit training session and kicked my butt! Starting to feel a cold coming on-throat on fire and red. Constantly cold at work, ended up doing Torture Clinic for 85 miles. Started with rollers and I rode by myself (using a trashcan) for 40 mins! But by the time I hit the erg, I was struggling! I hope it's due to the race and sickness. Otherwise it might be from trying to do the "detox" (no alcohol, no processed foods, no baked good, no nutrition bars, white fish or grilled chicken, fresh veggies and fruits, and only whole grain wheat products) and not getting enough calories in.
Fri: Day off! Slept 9.5 hours to try and kick the cold before it come on. Then came home early from work to sleep 1/2 hour.
Sat: Ran 16 miles! This is the last long run before LA Marathon. It should have been 22 miles but I think the nutrition program zapped my energy. I didn't have enough calories, no more water on me and was exhausted (bonking). I turned around and knew when to call it. Now it's taper time!
Sun: Suppose to ride, but due to rain didn't do anything but sleep in as far as the bike. Did do my core training class and got retested to see how I progressed.
Tapering for LA will be nice. I wanted to get this in so I would be mentally prepared for Ironman. The last marathon I ran was Chicago in 2002 (Ironman 2004 didn't count since it was all three). So, this is part of my preparation.
Then the Torture Clinic is helping prep me for Solvang 1/2 the weekend after LA. I love that this class has gotten me in shape. The next session is the "Speed Clinic" and I have yet to decide if I'll take it. My Core Class technically finished and in order to continue with it, I need to be involved with Multisport. I'm disappointed that it requires me to sign up with a group I can never train with (their practices tailor more for a stay at home mom with no children). But this year I said I'd do what it takes to get prepared for Ironman.... so I'll sign up. Maybe I can do the trainer session with Mike, some track workouts in Irvine and then of course the swimming and Core Training.
This week's goals:
Mon: Run, yoga
Tues: Torture Clinic, Core work
Wed: Run
Thurs: Core, Run, and Torture Clinic
Fri: Off
Sat: 10 miles
Sun: Might be out of town with friends.
Try to lose another pound and stop the detox phase of nutrition-it obviously killed me.
Tuesday, February 06, 2007
An opportunity for improvement
I had an opportunity to improve this week...
Mon: 3.5 miles on the treadmill
Tues: Torture Clinic
Wed: Nothing
Thurs: Torture Clinic
Fri: Nothing
Sat: Bike Fitting (does that count for exercise?)
Sun: Pacific Shoreline 1/2 Marathon 1:49:07 (PR on this course was set 4 years ago with 1:41)
I've been slacking on the Core class. It's been SUPER hard to get up at 5am on Thursdays. I think the combo LA Marathon training and Torture Clinic are kicking my butt. I'm TIRED!
I'm happy about the Pacific Shoreline race. I wasn't expected to try and "race" the course but I love that course. It's my favorite 1/2 Marathon. I went out slower than usual on the first half and then was able to get negative splits on the second half! Very cool!
Eating habits are horrible. I'm trying to see if I can change something and I know it's going to be hard. I think I need to give up my red wine and snack foods for awhile. They currently are getting me in trouble. Plus, with work so stressful, I eat M&Ms!
This weeks goals:
Mon: Ran 4 miles (help get rid of that lactic acid-was a HARD run, I was tired)
Tues: Torture Clinic
Wed: Run 4 miles
Thurs: Core Class, Run, Torture Clinic
Fri: Off
Sat: 22 miles
Sun: 40 miles with 2 hill repeats, a short brick of 2 miles and Core Class
If I can no processed foods or alcohol this week.
Mon: 3.5 miles on the treadmill
Tues: Torture Clinic
Wed: Nothing
Thurs: Torture Clinic
Fri: Nothing
Sat: Bike Fitting (does that count for exercise?)
Sun: Pacific Shoreline 1/2 Marathon 1:49:07 (PR on this course was set 4 years ago with 1:41)
I've been slacking on the Core class. It's been SUPER hard to get up at 5am on Thursdays. I think the combo LA Marathon training and Torture Clinic are kicking my butt. I'm TIRED!
I'm happy about the Pacific Shoreline race. I wasn't expected to try and "race" the course but I love that course. It's my favorite 1/2 Marathon. I went out slower than usual on the first half and then was able to get negative splits on the second half! Very cool!
Eating habits are horrible. I'm trying to see if I can change something and I know it's going to be hard. I think I need to give up my red wine and snack foods for awhile. They currently are getting me in trouble. Plus, with work so stressful, I eat M&Ms!
This weeks goals:
Mon: Ran 4 miles (help get rid of that lactic acid-was a HARD run, I was tired)
Tues: Torture Clinic
Wed: Run 4 miles
Thurs: Core Class, Run, Torture Clinic
Fri: Off
Sat: 22 miles
Sun: 40 miles with 2 hill repeats, a short brick of 2 miles and Core Class
If I can no processed foods or alcohol this week.
Monday, January 29, 2007
It's a good pain!
This weekend was awesome! What a fun time!
Mon: 4 mile easy run with a friend
Tues: Torture Clinic (clocked just under 30 miles: rollers then trainer)
Wed: Day off
Thurs: Didn't make it to core class, but Torture clinic (again about 29 miles: Trainer, then Erg bike)
Fri: Day off
Sat: Started feeling worn down (went out Thursday night late) and decided the best thing was to skip the 10 miler and rest the body. Did get a massage and found about 8 knots (I think they should be named!)
Sun: FUN DAY! Rode 39 miles on PCH with rolling hills and one Newport Coast hill. Then ran a brick for 20 minutes. After a celebratory bagel breakfast with Patrick, I had my Core class... Carl killed us with a "Crossfit" session: 1/4 mile on the treadmill, 50 jumping pull ups, 30 situps, 30 kettle bell swings, 20 bench jumps. Then repeat four times at the fastest time you can do.
I'm sore today, but it was worth it and it's the GOOD pain. Now I want to focus on taking care of my body this week. With Sunday's hard workouts, I took an easy 3.5 mile run today. Stretched extra good.
GOAL this week:
Stretch
Roll out legs/feet for the knots
Ice
Mon: run
Tues: core training, run, Torture Clinic
Wed: Day off
Thurs: Core training, run, Torture Clinic
Fri: Yoga, run
Sat: Bike fit, run short
Sun: Pacific Shoreline 1/2 Marathon, Bike (hope to get at least 20 miles in), Core Training
I've lost a pound this week. YEAH! I watched the "What it takes" DVD Saturday night and found out a Champion Ironman Athlete (like Peter Reid) eat 42 meals a week. No wonder I "die" each night... I'm not taking in enough calories.
GOAL: Lose 8 lbs total by March.
Mon: 4 mile easy run with a friend
Tues: Torture Clinic (clocked just under 30 miles: rollers then trainer)
Wed: Day off
Thurs: Didn't make it to core class, but Torture clinic (again about 29 miles: Trainer, then Erg bike)
Fri: Day off
Sat: Started feeling worn down (went out Thursday night late) and decided the best thing was to skip the 10 miler and rest the body. Did get a massage and found about 8 knots (I think they should be named!)
Sun: FUN DAY! Rode 39 miles on PCH with rolling hills and one Newport Coast hill. Then ran a brick for 20 minutes. After a celebratory bagel breakfast with Patrick, I had my Core class... Carl killed us with a "Crossfit" session: 1/4 mile on the treadmill, 50 jumping pull ups, 30 situps, 30 kettle bell swings, 20 bench jumps. Then repeat four times at the fastest time you can do.
I'm sore today, but it was worth it and it's the GOOD pain. Now I want to focus on taking care of my body this week. With Sunday's hard workouts, I took an easy 3.5 mile run today. Stretched extra good.
GOAL this week:
Stretch
Roll out legs/feet for the knots
Ice
Mon: run
Tues: core training, run, Torture Clinic
Wed: Day off
Thurs: Core training, run, Torture Clinic
Fri: Yoga, run
Sat: Bike fit, run short
Sun: Pacific Shoreline 1/2 Marathon, Bike (hope to get at least 20 miles in), Core Training
I've lost a pound this week. YEAH! I watched the "What it takes" DVD Saturday night and found out a Champion Ironman Athlete (like Peter Reid) eat 42 meals a week. No wonder I "die" each night... I'm not taking in enough calories.
GOAL: Lose 8 lbs total by March.
Friday, January 12, 2007
Getting back to my regular schedule
These past two weeks' events completed...
Torture clinic:
Second day went well! The first order of business for the clinic is weighing in. THANK GOD, that miscalculated my weight on Tuesday (Seriously, I thought I gained 12 lbs in three days!). So ends up I lost "some" weight... it's in the right direction even if it's baby steps. Second on the agenda... the rollers. As I have mentioned before, I've never ridden on rollers before Tuesday. They help a rider hold their line by working on your balance. Tuesday, I needed my partner's help pretty much the whole time with at least one hand on my bike for balance. Thursday, however, Tom had to take off after my first 20 minutes on the bike. Coach said I still had another 10 minutes before moving over to the trainer. With Coach Robert's help, I got moving on the rollers, pretty soon he took his hands away (his tough love-gotta learn sooner or later), then he had to "step away" for awhile... next thing I know, I'm (scared to death) riding the rollers by myself! What an amazing feeling!
This past Tuesday and Thursday for class I quickly learned my lesson on being properly fueled for the session. Tuesday I bonked. I didn't eat enough and felt the result during the erg bike session. However, Thursday I bounced back when I ate dinner before the class. Other than simply being tired on my second session, the rollers, I felt ok. And I think the reason for my fatigue is I'm getting used to the class being added to my normal training schedule. Hopefully my endurance will pick up soon.
Speaking of my normal training schedule, I ran a long 21 miler this weekend. It felt good and I ran an average of 9:30. The last two miles I was tired, but at the end of the day I was happy. It took us under 4 hours and most of my runners hit a milestone... very cool.
I also got my Core/Strength Training classes in (one of the two thrusdays and a sunday-this sunday's class was canceled). Our test should be coming up soon and I get to see how much I've improved.
Today I was tired! We did go out last night a bit too late, but I think I was just tired overall. My goal has been to get a long ride in on Sundays and althought I did that last Sunday with a brick... today I slept in.
So this week's schedule:
Monday: Run, Yoga, core work
Tues: run and Torture clinic
Wed: core work
Thur: Run, Torture clinic
Fri: run
Sat: 10 mile run, MASSAGE!
Sun: Ride 30-35 miles, 20 min run, core work
Torture clinic:
Second day went well! The first order of business for the clinic is weighing in. THANK GOD, that miscalculated my weight on Tuesday (Seriously, I thought I gained 12 lbs in three days!). So ends up I lost "some" weight... it's in the right direction even if it's baby steps. Second on the agenda... the rollers. As I have mentioned before, I've never ridden on rollers before Tuesday. They help a rider hold their line by working on your balance. Tuesday, I needed my partner's help pretty much the whole time with at least one hand on my bike for balance. Thursday, however, Tom had to take off after my first 20 minutes on the bike. Coach said I still had another 10 minutes before moving over to the trainer. With Coach Robert's help, I got moving on the rollers, pretty soon he took his hands away (his tough love-gotta learn sooner or later), then he had to "step away" for awhile... next thing I know, I'm (scared to death) riding the rollers by myself! What an amazing feeling!
This past Tuesday and Thursday for class I quickly learned my lesson on being properly fueled for the session. Tuesday I bonked. I didn't eat enough and felt the result during the erg bike session. However, Thursday I bounced back when I ate dinner before the class. Other than simply being tired on my second session, the rollers, I felt ok. And I think the reason for my fatigue is I'm getting used to the class being added to my normal training schedule. Hopefully my endurance will pick up soon.
Speaking of my normal training schedule, I ran a long 21 miler this weekend. It felt good and I ran an average of 9:30. The last two miles I was tired, but at the end of the day I was happy. It took us under 4 hours and most of my runners hit a milestone... very cool.
I also got my Core/Strength Training classes in (one of the two thrusdays and a sunday-this sunday's class was canceled). Our test should be coming up soon and I get to see how much I've improved.
Today I was tired! We did go out last night a bit too late, but I think I was just tired overall. My goal has been to get a long ride in on Sundays and althought I did that last Sunday with a brick... today I slept in.
So this week's schedule:
Monday: Run, Yoga, core work
Tues: run and Torture clinic
Wed: core work
Thur: Run, Torture clinic
Fri: run
Sat: 10 mile run, MASSAGE!
Sun: Ride 30-35 miles, 20 min run, core work
Tuesday, January 09, 2007
Let the torture begin!
Finished the OC 1/2 Marathon in 1:50:56
My first time doing this race! Man, watch out for those rolling hills at the end! I went out fast... like a 7:20 pace for 3 miles. Then I started to realize (feel) my mistake and brought it down to an 8 min pace. Needless to say the day was HOT, the rolling hills and steady climb to finish killed me, but I had a blast and enjoyed the race. I'd definietly do it again.
Torture Clinic-Day one
It was torturous! No, not that bad, but it wasn't fun. Sitting there in the saddle I recalled what the brochure said... "must be mentally tough to handle course". So, I pushed out my complaints and continued to peddle. 40 minutes later, I moved over to the rollers. Now, being it was the first time I've ever been on rollers, I was scared to death. I had an awesome partner, Tom, who built my confidence up. 20 min later I was done and even managed to ride a few times with Tom only holding the back of the bike. I'm excited to see the results from the clinic, but must admit my weigh in didn't go well... it will continue to be a struggle. I'm definietly not a "wirey" athlete... so weight will always impact my times.
This week at another photoshoot and despite my efforts to eat well, the team keeps pushing food on me. It's as if as soon as you say, "no thanks" it challenges them to force food at you more. I've held off pretty good, but today, the peanut M&Ms were calling my name! (now, why am I confused on gaining weight, as mentioned above?)
Thursday, January 04, 2007
Post Holiday Work!
Alright, not only have I slacked on my workouts, but apparently I've neglected my workout log/blog.
Let's see, there were plenty of holiday parties, lots of shopping, and more returning, then of course XMas cards, wrapping, XMas Cocktails... right, keep on scheduled for both workouts and nutrition!? I have some MAJOR catching up to do.
I'm still on schedule for the LA Marathon. I ran a second 18 mile run. The first sucked, simply because I was jumping from 13-14 miles up to 18. The IT Bands were screaming at me due to the "too fast, too soon, too far" motto, plus the terrain was slanted and didn't help. But at least the second 18 miler went extremely well and brought back the confidence I was lacking.
I've kept with my off season core strength training but felt really weak last week. I think I was fighting off a seasonal cold. THANKS Reliv! I think I avoided it!
This Reliv... I take it twice a day. When I'm done with my long run I drink one. And I feel it's really helped with my recovery. Not to mention, thus far I've not had any migraines, my energy has increased, I've maintained my appetite, and I think all the nutrients help with my recovery!
Then of course I did my orientation for the Torture Clinic. Man! I'm scared. They talked about body oder, gas, riding the rollers, oh yeah, and the training. I'll need to watch my nutrition and keep to my schedule, then I'll reap the benefits of being a stronger rider, stronger mentally, fitter, leaner and faster. Having said all that, who cares that it's called "torture".
Races identified for training this year:
Orange County 1/2 Marathon (1/7/07)
Pacific Shoreline 1/2 Marathon (2/4/07)
LA Marathon (3/4/07)
Solvang 50 miler (3/22/07)
Bonielli Park Series Sprint Tri (I think the first is in April)
Newport Beach Sprint Tri (5/07)
Saddleback 1/2 Marathon (5/07)
San Diego International Tri (6/07)
Century ride (ride the bear??)
San Diego Marathon???
1/2 Vineman (7/07)
Another August Race?
Another Century Ride?
Ironman Wisconsin! GOAL!!
This coming week's goal:
Run 4-5 times (Sun, Mon, Tues, Thur, Fri, Sat) - 20-21 mile run included
Torture Clinic 2x's (Tues & Thurs)
I'm a wimp-no swim unless it's warmer (maybe Sunday)
Core Training 2 x's (Thurs & Sunday)
Bike Endurance 1x (Sunday)
Yoga 2x's (Mon & Saturday)
(God! I love the weekends! All about the fun stuff!)
Let's see, there were plenty of holiday parties, lots of shopping, and more returning, then of course XMas cards, wrapping, XMas Cocktails... right, keep on scheduled for both workouts and nutrition!? I have some MAJOR catching up to do.
I'm still on schedule for the LA Marathon. I ran a second 18 mile run. The first sucked, simply because I was jumping from 13-14 miles up to 18. The IT Bands were screaming at me due to the "too fast, too soon, too far" motto, plus the terrain was slanted and didn't help. But at least the second 18 miler went extremely well and brought back the confidence I was lacking.
I've kept with my off season core strength training but felt really weak last week. I think I was fighting off a seasonal cold. THANKS Reliv! I think I avoided it!
This Reliv... I take it twice a day. When I'm done with my long run I drink one. And I feel it's really helped with my recovery. Not to mention, thus far I've not had any migraines, my energy has increased, I've maintained my appetite, and I think all the nutrients help with my recovery!
Then of course I did my orientation for the Torture Clinic. Man! I'm scared. They talked about body oder, gas, riding the rollers, oh yeah, and the training. I'll need to watch my nutrition and keep to my schedule, then I'll reap the benefits of being a stronger rider, stronger mentally, fitter, leaner and faster. Having said all that, who cares that it's called "torture".
Races identified for training this year:
Orange County 1/2 Marathon (1/7/07)
Pacific Shoreline 1/2 Marathon (2/4/07)
LA Marathon (3/4/07)
Solvang 50 miler (3/22/07)
Bonielli Park Series Sprint Tri (I think the first is in April)
Newport Beach Sprint Tri (5/07)
Saddleback 1/2 Marathon (5/07)
San Diego International Tri (6/07)
Century ride (ride the bear??)
San Diego Marathon???
1/2 Vineman (7/07)
Another August Race?
Another Century Ride?
Ironman Wisconsin! GOAL!!
This coming week's goal:
Run 4-5 times (Sun, Mon, Tues, Thur, Fri, Sat) - 20-21 mile run included
Torture Clinic 2x's (Tues & Thurs)
I'm a wimp-no swim unless it's warmer (maybe Sunday)
Core Training 2 x's (Thurs & Sunday)
Bike Endurance 1x (Sunday)
Yoga 2x's (Mon & Saturday)
(God! I love the weekends! All about the fun stuff!)
Wednesday, December 20, 2006
And now for a holiday...
Got home from the trip and pushed through with twisted ankle and all. Must admit, I haven't done much but eat, drink and shop for Christmas.
I did get a 17 miler in last Saturday. Ouch! That hurt! I knew it was going to hurt simply because I had only done 13-14 miler in Saipan. So to jump to mile 18 was asking a lot! My IT Bands certainly "crapped" out on me and I walked the last mile to prevent myself from getting hurt. I felt ok the next day. And even could do my offseason train with 20 Lb weights-no prob.
This weekend I'll do 12 miles, but I'm starting to become a weekend warrior and that scares me.
Need to get back on schedule next week. It might be easy since I can "work from home". So, here is my plan:
Mon-run (Christmas)
Tues- Spin
Wed-swim/run
Thur-run/spin
Fri-Yoga
Sat-18 miler/yoga
Sun-ride/run
I'm taking Reliv and it's supposed to help my migraines and my appetite. So, continue to eat right... no more rich foods (dear god!)
I miss my vacations and ability to put more workouts in!
I did get a 17 miler in last Saturday. Ouch! That hurt! I knew it was going to hurt simply because I had only done 13-14 miler in Saipan. So to jump to mile 18 was asking a lot! My IT Bands certainly "crapped" out on me and I walked the last mile to prevent myself from getting hurt. I felt ok the next day. And even could do my offseason train with 20 Lb weights-no prob.
This weekend I'll do 12 miles, but I'm starting to become a weekend warrior and that scares me.
Need to get back on schedule next week. It might be easy since I can "work from home". So, here is my plan:
Mon-run (Christmas)
Tues- Spin
Wed-swim/run
Thur-run/spin
Fri-Yoga
Sat-18 miler/yoga
Sun-ride/run
I'm taking Reliv and it's supposed to help my migraines and my appetite. So, continue to eat right... no more rich foods (dear god!)
I miss my vacations and ability to put more workouts in!
Sunday, December 03, 2006
Home Again!
Just got back into town this morning and after the LONG flight... I'm exhausted. The rest of the trip rocked!
Monday 11/27: I was pretty lazy! No core workout, no swim, but lots of R&R. That night we went on a Sunset Cruise where Mike and I were told by the entertainment that for the night we were "honeymooners". I guess that serves us right for going on a sunset cruise. Anyway, later that night (and after the Buoy Bar) I came down with food poisoning. It was a bad scene for me (Mike just slept on through it all).
Tuesday 11/28: NOTHING but sleep! I think I slept 20 hours in the 24 hour period. Managed to get down bread and water, but couldn't even get out of bed without wiping out my energy.
Wednesday 11/29: After Tuesday, I took it easy. I was holding down food more easily and even managed to take a sailing lesson. At the end of the day, no workouts... but I was impressed that I got some Chinese food in later that night with Russ, Kanae, Angela, Bill, their kids and Mike.
Thursday 11/30: Starting to feel better. Helped Mike with his swimming lesson and did our Core workout.
Friday 12/1: Headed out for Scuba Diving with Russ. Enjoyed some R&R, then went out for one last formal dinner with Russ and Kanae at Seaside grill. Wound up at the Buoy Bar for drinks.
Saturday 12/2: Up early for the "Tank to Tank Duathlon". Awesome race! We swam around the two WWII tanks in the ocean, then transitioned for our run to the Japanese WWII tank on Beach Street. I finished in 55 minutes (couldn't catch the girl in front of me to save my life!). After that, we headed off to a quick breakfast and change of clothes... and went ATV'ing. That was great! Russ's friend gave us a guided tour of the island and even included a stop at a local farmer's lot... after getting attacked by turkeys, and enjoying some fresh coconut juice we moved on. Next on the list, Go Cart racing. Russ easily took first, me second, Kanae third and "Grandpa" Mike took the scenic route. Back to PIC to eat, change, pack and move onto the Hash Harrier's Run.
Wow! The Hash run actually takes more details: We met at the First Bank of Guam parking lot and had about 50 people. Then we were told to head down to Tank Beach. From there after ceremony, etc we headed off after the hares... we ran down to the beach, into the water and "swam/ran" our way along the cliffs, climbed up to the jungle terrain and through amazing landscape (coral, vines, heavy jungle and some people's back lots). Finished back where we started and all agreed it was a pretty cool course. The count: Shannon twisted right ankle, Mike dislocated shoulder, Russ hurt groin, and Kanae twisted both ankles... WE HAD A BLAST! And besides, nothing a little beer couldn't fix. Off to the "religion" and initiated Mike. Since it was their 1150th run, we chowed down on tons of food, tons of alcohol and enjoyed a DJ! With plenty to drink (and drink) we headed on to another party for a quick hello and took Mike home to taxi off to the airport!
Sunday 12/3: It came too quick, but I had to end my travels! I had a blast visiting my family and wished I could spend more time with them. After some minor troubles with the flight home (and a fat swollen ankle) I got home in time to meet my coach for the Core Training session. Now off to bed...
Next Week:
Swim 2x's
Bike 1-2x's
Run 4-5x's (based on ankle)
Yoga 2-3x's
Core 2x's
Back on schedule with my eating habits. Trying something new, Reliv, for my migraines. Overall, feeling stronger and rejuvenated!
Monday 11/27: I was pretty lazy! No core workout, no swim, but lots of R&R. That night we went on a Sunset Cruise where Mike and I were told by the entertainment that for the night we were "honeymooners". I guess that serves us right for going on a sunset cruise. Anyway, later that night (and after the Buoy Bar) I came down with food poisoning. It was a bad scene for me (Mike just slept on through it all).
Tuesday 11/28: NOTHING but sleep! I think I slept 20 hours in the 24 hour period. Managed to get down bread and water, but couldn't even get out of bed without wiping out my energy.
Wednesday 11/29: After Tuesday, I took it easy. I was holding down food more easily and even managed to take a sailing lesson. At the end of the day, no workouts... but I was impressed that I got some Chinese food in later that night with Russ, Kanae, Angela, Bill, their kids and Mike.
Thursday 11/30: Starting to feel better. Helped Mike with his swimming lesson and did our Core workout.
Friday 12/1: Headed out for Scuba Diving with Russ. Enjoyed some R&R, then went out for one last formal dinner with Russ and Kanae at Seaside grill. Wound up at the Buoy Bar for drinks.
Saturday 12/2: Up early for the "Tank to Tank Duathlon". Awesome race! We swam around the two WWII tanks in the ocean, then transitioned for our run to the Japanese WWII tank on Beach Street. I finished in 55 minutes (couldn't catch the girl in front of me to save my life!). After that, we headed off to a quick breakfast and change of clothes... and went ATV'ing. That was great! Russ's friend gave us a guided tour of the island and even included a stop at a local farmer's lot... after getting attacked by turkeys, and enjoying some fresh coconut juice we moved on. Next on the list, Go Cart racing. Russ easily took first, me second, Kanae third and "Grandpa" Mike took the scenic route. Back to PIC to eat, change, pack and move onto the Hash Harrier's Run.
Wow! The Hash run actually takes more details: We met at the First Bank of Guam parking lot and had about 50 people. Then we were told to head down to Tank Beach. From there after ceremony, etc we headed off after the hares... we ran down to the beach, into the water and "swam/ran" our way along the cliffs, climbed up to the jungle terrain and through amazing landscape (coral, vines, heavy jungle and some people's back lots). Finished back where we started and all agreed it was a pretty cool course. The count: Shannon twisted right ankle, Mike dislocated shoulder, Russ hurt groin, and Kanae twisted both ankles... WE HAD A BLAST! And besides, nothing a little beer couldn't fix. Off to the "religion" and initiated Mike. Since it was their 1150th run, we chowed down on tons of food, tons of alcohol and enjoyed a DJ! With plenty to drink (and drink) we headed on to another party for a quick hello and took Mike home to taxi off to the airport!
Sunday 12/3: It came too quick, but I had to end my travels! I had a blast visiting my family and wished I could spend more time with them. After some minor troubles with the flight home (and a fat swollen ankle) I got home in time to meet my coach for the Core Training session. Now off to bed...
Next Week:
Swim 2x's
Bike 1-2x's
Run 4-5x's (based on ankle)
Yoga 2-3x's
Core 2x's
Back on schedule with my eating habits. Trying something new, Reliv, for my migraines. Overall, feeling stronger and rejuvenated!
Tuesday, November 28, 2006
The pics
The Quinns at dinner
My "Ocean" swim in the mornings, also known as the Tagaman Triathlon swim course:
The triathlon I participated in Saipan
Russ explaining to me the mishaps of his adventure race on Bird Island
Mike and I trying some of the local delites!
(Hellish) Turkey Trot: 4.2 miles ALL uphill!
Mike and I at the Grotto post scuba diving (aka the murderous scene)
At the WWII memorial site... apparently I joined the military while in Saipan:
Brother and sister checking out the sites:
Had a great vaca!
Thanks Russ and Kanae!
My "Ocean" swim in the mornings, also known as the Tagaman Triathlon swim course:
The triathlon I participated in Saipan
Russ explaining to me the mishaps of his adventure race on Bird Island
Mike and I trying some of the local delites!
(Hellish) Turkey Trot: 4.2 miles ALL uphill!
Mike and I at the Grotto post scuba diving (aka the murderous scene)
At the WWII memorial site... apparently I joined the military while in Saipan:
Brother and sister checking out the sites:
Had a great vaca!
Thanks Russ and Kanae!
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